Civil Defense
Roseau Outdoor Warning Siren System
The City of Roseau employs an outdoor warning siren system located in the center of Roseau with a supplemental siren on the west side of Roseau, to warn residents of impending dangers such as severe weather or other emergency situation in which residents should seek shelter. The sirens are also sounded to call firemen to the fire station to respond to an emergency situation.
A steady siren wail indicates an emergency situation and residents immediately take shelter and tune to local radio or Public Access Cable TV Channel 3 for further information. An intermittent wail is utilized to call firemen into service. Residents should be aware of fireman reporting to the fire hall as well as emergency vehicles being dispatched when the siren is sounding.
Public Storm Shelter
Residents without basements or tornado shelters in their homes should seek shelter during severe weather at the Roseau Community School located at 509 3rd Street NE in Roseau. Enter the School on the west side through door W-15.
Stay Informed: The Everbridge Emergency Alert System
Roseau County uses a tool called Everbridge to keep you safe and informed. This system sends fast, reliable notifications directly to you when you need them most.
What Kind of Alerts Will I Get?
Everbridge is used for both urgent emergencies and helpful community updates, including:
Safety Emergencies: Severe weather, fires, or floods.
Daily Updates: Road closures and water utility maintenance.
How Will I Receive Messages?
The best part of Everbridge is that you choose how you get notified. You can pick your "preferred device," such as:
Cell phone (voice or text/SMS)
Home landline
Email
How Do I Sign Up?
Automatic Sign-Up: If your phone number is already in the Roseau County 911 database, you are automatically subscribed to receive phone alerts.
Self-Registration: You can "self-register" online to add extra contact methods (like your email or a second cell phone).
Control Your Info: You can update your information or opt out of certain alerts at any time.
Why it matters: In an emergency, every second counts. Using Everbridge ensures you get life-saving information in real-time on the device you check most often.
How to Register Online
You can sign up and manage your preferences through the official registration link:
Official Registration Portal:
Everbridge Public User Portal - Roseau County
What You Can Do on the Portal:
Add Multiple Devices: Ensure you get alerts via text (SMS), email, and phone call.
Specific Locations: You can list your home, workplace, or other important addresses to get alerts specific to those areas.
Opt-In/Out: Choose which non-emergency alerts (like road closures or utility maintenance) you want to receive.
Need Help?
If you have trouble with the online form or prefer to talk to someone, you can contact the Roseau County Emergency Management office:
Phone: 218-463-3375
Address: Roseau County Courthouse, 606 5th Ave SW, Room 132, Roseau, MN 56751