There are 20 community text alert groups in Co. Longford. If you live or work in Longford then you have the opportunity to join your local text alert alert group to ensure you receive timely messages that may impact you. Alerts include Garda text alerts, community notices and other local updates. This is a quick and easy way to stay informed about local issues in your area.

Yes, this service is completely free. You can signup for a free account on this app by tapping the Account option (bottom left). There are no costs to signup and no costs to receive push notifications or email alerts that are delivered as part of the service.

You should ensure that push notifications are enabled for this app on your smartphone. Once you have this switched on, you will be able to receive alerts as push notifications like any other app. You will also receive alerts via email, so if you receive emails on your phone then they will beep in around the same time. Emails are sent as a backup in case your push notifications fail to deliver. This can happen if you do not opt in for notifications at an app level.

You should call your local 24-hour Garda station in Co. Longford:

• Longford Garda Station: (043) 3350570
• Granard Garda Station: (043) 6687660

You should be able to identify your local text alert coordinator by contacting your local parish or community centre.