May 14, 2012 – Did you see this message on a digital billboard directing you to www.gcoem.org?  If you did, you have seen of the Gulf Coast Emergency Communications Network in action.  The County of Galveston County has partnered with Clear Channel Outdoor and our neighboring counties to warn residents and visitors of natural or man-made disasters throughout the region. 

During a disaster, “EMERGENCY ALERT” will be in red letters on a yellow banner with the emergency specific message in white on a black background.  The test message is displayed below:

By joining this network, we are enhancing our plans for Hurricane Season on June 1st. For additional information on preparing your family for hurricanes, please visit: http://www.ready.gov/hurricanes.

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