EWS Test Notice January 15, 2026

IMPORTANT UPDATE 1/7/2026- Residents will not receive notifications before the monthly Emergency Warning System tests. As we complete this transition from CodeRED to Smart9-1-1 the ability to send these non-emergency notifications will return and be utilized. Thank you for your understanding, and we appreciate your continued efforts to stay informed by registering with Smart9-1-1.

Emergency Warning System Monthly Test –Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 12:00 PM (NOON).
 

Please note: Test times may be delayed if Paradise Police Dispatch is responding to active emergencies. We will conduct the test as close to noon as possible.

What to Expect:

• A voice command: “This is a test of the Paradise Early Warning Sirens.”
• A 45-second siren tone
• A final voice command repeating the message

Once the last voice command is played that will conclude that month's test of the EWS system.

This is only a test. No action is needed.

Thank you for your understanding as we continue to test and maintain our emergency systems to keep our community safe.

Emergency Warning Siren Update - In-Home Units Interest Form

We heard your feedback! Many residents shared that it can be difficult to hear the Emergency Warning Sirens (EWS) indoors. To improve preparedness, the Town of Paradise is offering a limited number of in-home units at no cost to boost siren audibility.

In-home units are simple to use - just plug them into an outlet and you will receive audio and visual notifications through the unit when sirens are activated.

If you are interested in receiving an in-home unit, please fill out the interest form here: https://forms.office.com/g/4BwEfRKXHK

Due to the CodeRED outage, previous subscribers will not be automatically moved to the new alert system. The Town and County have contracted with Smart911/Rave Alert to provide emergency alerts for our community.  All residents must re-enroll to continue receiving emergency alerts.

Sign up using the link: https://www.townofparadise.com/police/page/smart911-butte-county-emergen....