"This
website contains critical emergency-related information including instructions
and recommended protective actions developed in real-time by emergency service
personnel. Concurrent with the posting to this website, that same information
will be disseminated through various communications systems (e.g. email, cell
phones, media outlets) to those who sign up.
"The information posted here will include severe weather warnings,
significant highway closures, hazardous materials spills, and many other
emergency conditions. Additionally you will find information regarding
response actions being taken by local and state agencies and protective actions
that you should take to protect you, your family and your property."
Text from NY-Alert.gov overview
page.