SCC is the control point for the following warning systems:
Emergency Alert System (EAS)
this local system provides a means wherein a direct flow of information regarding a local major disaster can be transmitted to the public via radio and TV. Input to the EAS is accomplished through Sheriff’s Headquarters Bureau or the SCC Watch Commander; and
National Warning Systems (NAWAS)
SCC is the primary warning point within the County for the North American Air Defense Command. This system is used for attack warnings, disasters and tsunami (seismic sea wave) warnings and is tested each shift.