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Portage County is officially launching its emergency management app today -- set up to help residents prepare for and keep informed during emergencies.

"It's all about how we can reach everybody and get out there," said Ryan Shackelford, the director of the Portage County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency. "And be more visible as a department."

While there are similar apps across the country, Shackelford said it's the first app of its kind in Northeast Ohio

The app is connected to local law enforcement agencies in the area, and will feature weather-related emergency and crime-related information. 

The app is available on Android and Apple devices.

On the web: www.co.portage.oh.us