News Release: Expanded Use of Fairfax City Alerts
Published on September 21, 2026
City of Fairfax Police Department
3730 Blenheim Boulevard, Fairfax, Virginia 22030
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
09/21/2026
Expanded Use of Fairfax City Alerts
CITY OF FAIRFAX — On September 28, 2026, City of Fairfax Police will expand its use of Fairfax City Alert, powered by Everbridge, to provide timely notifications about police activity and other public safety matters throughout the City.
The alert system will provide residents, businesses, and visitors with information about incidents that may affect them, including any actions they should take. Fairfax City Alert will supplement the Police Department’s website, social media, news releases, and other communication methods. Alerts may also direct recipients to these platforms for additional information and updates.
Fairfax City Alerts will be used for:
- Public Safety Emergencies – Significant incidents requiring immediate public awareness or action.
- Police Activity – Activity affecting a neighborhood or area, including situations where the public should avoid an area or take precautions.
- Missing Persons – Information when the community assistance in locating a missing or endangered person.
- Traffic Alerts – Significant road closures, crashes, or other incidents affecting travel.
- Police Information – News Releases, Community Bulletins, and other public safety information.
Initial alerts may contain limited information while officers are actively responding. As an incident develops, additional information may be shared through Fairfax City Alert or other official communication platform identified in the alert.
Community members are encouraged to sign-up and select the types of notifications they would like to receive by visiting: www.fairfaxva.gov/FairfaxCityAlert.
Inquiries: Captain Andrew Hawkins, Public Information Office, 703-273-2889 or public.information@fairfaxva.gov
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City of Fairfax Government