Be prepared for hazardous weather.
Smartphones offer the convenience of banking, emailing, texting and social networking all from your handheld device. These ever-evolving phones keep the world in the loop on breaking news, sports scores and weather alerts. Weather alerts can be one of the most time-sensitive updates a person can receive. Adding this option to your phone will keep you up to speed on any hazardous conditions coming your way.
Instructions
1. Log on the The Weather Channel's website. Locate and highlight "Severe Weather" at the top of the page. Click on the "Alerts" option. You will be prompted by an image of a cell phone and a list of available alert options. Click "Sign Up."
2. Highlight the boxes containing the alerts you wish to receive. Options include: Severe weather, pollen counts, current conditions, daily forecasts and rain alerts. Click "Severe Weather" and enter the ZIP code for which you wish to receive notifications.
3. Enter your email address and a password that will be used only for the Weather Channel's site. You can opt out of receiving emails on the following page, but the information is required initially. Enter your cellphone number where indicated and click "Continue."
4. Check for a text message asking you to confirm your enrollment in the weather alert program. Respond per the instructions provided. You will receive a final text stating that you are enrolled in the weather alert program.
