Newaygo County Conducts Dam Failure Siren and Alert System Tests

Dam failure sirens are being tested in Newaygo County, Michigan, as part of routine procedures. The tests include a voice message, a 30-second siren, and a follow-up voice message. Residents living within a mile of the Muskegon River should retreat to higher ground if the siren sounds during a real emergency. The county's notification system is also being tested, and residents can sign up for alerts online or by texting NewaygoES to 888777.