CodeRED
City of Abilene-Taylor County CodeRED Emergency Notification System
In the case of an emergency or urgent notification, the City of Abilene has the capability to notify residents via the telephone through a warning system called CodeRED. The system is geographical-based and allows the City to alert citizens based on their location and telephone numbers. A pre-recorded message tells a live person or an answering machine about the specific situation and if any action is necessary.
Sign Up for CodeRED
- Enroll Online on CodeRed's website
- Text
ABITAYTX
to 99411 for a link to enroll - For step by step instructions, download this guide (PDF) or call 325-676-6200 for assistance.
Relocating from Abilene/Taylor County? To opt out of Weather Warning call 800-566-9780 from each mobile phone registered with Weather Warning and follow the prompts.
When You Get a CodeRED Call
You will see the phone number 866-419-5000 appear on your caller ID. If you receive a CodeRED message comply with the following:
- Call 211 if you need additional information
- Call the number back if you want to hear the message again
- Do not call 911
- Don't hang up until the message is complete
- Follow Instructions
- Listen Carefully
When the CodeRED System Is Used
The system will be used when an emergency situation arises affecting the citizens of Abilene and Taylor County. Examples include but not limited to:
- Chemical spill or hazardous waste problem
- Evacuation notice
- Flooding in a specific area
- Gas leak
- A Silver/Amber Alert in Abilene
You will only receive a message if you are in the area impacted or it is a city-wide or county-wide notification.
Opt-Out of CodeRED
If you wish to opt out of CodeRED or receive the call as a wrong number, please visit https://info.onsolve.com/