Testing of Meeker Co Sirens Suspended for Winter

Meeker County Sheriff Brian Cruze has determined the 1 p.m. monthly test of the Meeker County outdoor warning sirens will be canceled for all sirens in Meeker County in December, January, and February.

Sheriff Cruze says monthly tests will resume in March.

Winter tends to bring extreme weather conditions including: extreme cold, freezing rain/drizzle, ice, and snow and testing sirens during those weather conditions puts the Outdoor Warning System at risk for unnecessary strain and damage to siren equipment and internal operating systems.

The Meeker County Sheriff’s Office will continue to utilize the CodeRED system to notify the community of important safety alerts and time-sensitive messages, and will activate sirens as determined necessary in emergency weather events.