Cherry Hill launches new emergency notification system

CHERRY HILL (WPVI) -- Residents in Cherry Hill, New Jersey can now be in the know when disaster strikes.

The township has launched a CodeRED Emergency Notification System.

People who live and work in Cherry Hill can sign up to receive emails and text messages for a variety of emergencies, including natural disasters and hazmat leaks.

They'll also receive weather and traffic alerts.

Click here for more information on CodeRED and to sign up for alerts.