Emergency Alerting Program

The Brandon Emergency Alerting Program (BEAP) continues working to improve the City’s ability to alert the public to emergency situations. The goal in any alerting program is to notify as many people as possible with enough information so they can take some protective action.

Why do we need the Brandon Emergency Alerting Program?

Disasters can happen suddenly. An emergency or disaster can happen anytime, anywhere. BEAP is an effective way to make you aware that something is happening in Brandon that may require you to take some action. For example, this could include warning of a tornado, chemical spill, or toxic smoke from a fire.

What should I do when I hear the alerting tone?

1. Go indoors.
2. Turn on your radio or TV to a local station
   • CKLQ 880 AM
   • Star 94.7 FM
   • KX 96.1 FM
   • 101.1 FM The Farm
3. Wait until the broadcast provides an update on the situation. Depending on the time of day this message may be immediately available or during the night, may be several minutes before a radio message is ready to be broadcast.

What do the siren stations look like? 

Each speaker station is mounted on a 55-foot pole. They have eight-speaker cones at the top and a metal utility box at the bottom that contain equipment.

How often will I hear the Alerting Tone?

BEAP will test the equipment on a monthly basis to give everyone an opportunity to learn what it sounds like and to ensure the equipment works. Monthly testing consists of a short playing of the alerting tone on the first Wednesday of every month.