Residents and visitors in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County are now able to text when they have an emergency in an effort by the Harrisonburg-Rockingham Emergency Communications Center to provide more lifesaving services to the public.

The program, which is now in effect, allows individuals to text information about their emergency to the number “911”. While you should always call 9-1-1 first if you can, the text option will support individuals who may be unable to call due to the emergency they are experiencing… READ MORE