CodeRED: Moultrie County’s Emergency Alert System

Discover one of the most effective ways to stay informed of severe weather.

What Is CodeRED?

CodeRED is a free, secure emergency alert system. The Moultrie County Emergency Services Disaster Agency (ESDA) coordinates the system. It enables residents and businesses to receive address-specific alerts by phone call, text message, or email. Whichever you choose.

This system ensures that when dangerous weather or local emergencies occur, people are warned quickly and clearly based on the exact physical location of their property.

Why Do You Need an Early Warning System?

Spring has arrived in Central Illinois, and we’ve already experienced it. Tornadoes, high winds, and flash flooding can develop quickly, leaving little time to react. That’s why an early emergency warning system is a vital service for residents and businesses.

CodeRED is especially effective for individuals residing in areas where local weather sirens and other alerting systems cannot be heard.

What Sets CodeRED Apart from Other Systems?

Spring weather in Illinois is unpredictable and can change rapidly. Traditional warnings, such as TV, radio, or sirens, may not reach everyone in time. With CodeRED:

You get real-time alerts specific to your home or business.
Notifications are provided 24/7 directly to you for the alerts you choose to receive.
You can stay informed, even when traveling or away from home.
You receive only the alerts relevant to your address, not broad regional notices.

CodeRED delivers timely warnings that can help save lives. It will do so regardless of whether you use a landline or a cell phone.

Who Should Sign Up?

ESDA encourages everyone who lives, works, or owns property in Moultrie County to sign up. This includes:

Residents and businesses.
People with unlisted phone numbers.
Anyone who has moved or changed phone numbers in the last year.
Individuals who use a cell phone or VoIP service as their primary number.

Even if you believe you’re already in the system, it’s a good idea to routinely check and update your location and alert preferences.

How to Register Online for CodeRED Alerts

Registering is simple. Visit the Moultrie Countyf website. Click on the CodeRED link or go directly to the CodeRED Community Notification Enrollment page.

You’ll be asked to log in using an online account, or you can “create an account.” If you choose to create an account, you’ll need to create a username, enter a password, and confirm it by re-entering it. Then click the “Continue” button to complete the remainder of the information.

Here’s what you’ll need to provide:

Your first and last name.
Your street address (no P.O. boxes), city, state, and zip code.
A primary phone number and any additional numbers you’d like to add.
Be sure to check the map during enrollment to confirm the system has correctly marked your address. This step is essential to receive geographically accurate notifications.
Check the boxes for the specific weather warnings you wish to receive. Otherwise, you might miss the alerts you want.

Finally, check the box indicating you’ve read the terms and conditions, and click the button to verify and submit your information.

Registering Offline – No Internet? No Problem.

If you don’t have Internet access, the Moultrie County ESDA office can help. Please call (217) 728-8841 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, and a staff member will be happy to assist you with signing up.

Please provide the ESDA office with the following information:

Your full name (first and last).
Your street address (no P.O. boxes), city, state, and zip code.
The name of your telephone service provider.

Your Information Is Safe

All information entered in the CodeRED system is secure and will be used only for emergency notifications. It is never shared outside the system.

CodeRED: Sign Up Today for Peace of Mind

The Moultrie County Health Department (MCHD), ESDA, and local emergency responders agree: CodeRED is one of the simplest and most effective ways to stay informed and protected.

Spring weather doesn’t wait, and emergencies don’t give warnings. Take a few minutes today to sign up for CodeRED, and help keep yourself, your family, and your neighbors safe.