This section describes the process for Internet web services and applications to gain access to the IPAWS All-Hazards Information Feed.
In addition to distributing alerts and warnings through radio, TV, mobile devices, NOAA Weather Radios, sirens, reverse 9-1-1, and digital road signs, etc., the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) can be used to send alerts and warnings to the public via internet-connected services and systems.
Companies can monitor the IPAWS All-Hazards Information Feed over an internet connection. These companies may complete a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the IPAWS Program Management Office (PMO) allowing them to access, monitor, and retrieve public alerts in Common Alerting Protocol (CAP) format from an IPAWS All-Hazards Information Feed. The MOA allows these companies to monitor and distribute public alerts that have been issued through IPAWS.
Several examples of companies with access to the IPAWS All-Hazards Information Feed include, Facebook, Public Broadcasting Service (PBS), and The Weather Channel.
The All-Hazards Information Feed supports an interface for public messages and is a simple to implement, PIN-controlled interface that includes messages intended for public consumption (such as EAS and Wireless Emergency Alert messages).
To request access to alerts issued through IPAWS or for a list of companies with access to the IPAWS All-Hazards Information Feed, email ipaws@fema.dhs.gov.