WINTERSVILLE, Ohio — Village officials are introducing a new multichannel communication system designed to deliver emergency alerts and service updates directly to residents as work continues on Wintersville’s ongoing waterline project.
The new system will provide notifications through text messages, voice calls and email, allowing the village to quickly communicate information about water main breaks, service interruptions, road projects and changes to trash collection schedules.
Mayor Mike Petrella said the decision was driven by residents who wanted faster updates, particularly those who do not use social media.
Officials say the alert system will play an important role as the village continues work on its new water system and the waterline project along Cadiz Road.
According to Petrella, the goal is to reduce confusion during water-related issues by notifying residents before problems such as discolored water or low water pressure begin generating calls to village offices.
Village leaders say the new communication system will improve emergency response and help keep residents informed about important community updates as infrastructure improvements continue.
