Posted By: The Reporter December 23, 2025
Carmel is the first city in the state to offer a notification system designed to keep drivers safe in the event of hazardous traffic.
Nearly 90 percent of Carmel Police Department (CPD) patrol vehicles are now equipped with Pursuit Alert, a cutting-edge notification system designed to enhance safety and efficiency for various agencies, including law enforcement, fire, and roadway management.
By providing real-time alerts about the nearby presence of police vehicles responding to emergencies, the technology ensures that citizen motorists are informed of an emergency vehicle presence.
How it works
When an officer is responding in a vehicle in emergency status, Pursuit Alert automatically transmits to technology-enabled cars in a 1.5-mile radius, allowing drivers vital time to respond to the presence of emergency vehicles. The alert can also be manually activated by the officer. This alert provides notice to motorists nearby of the approaching emergency vehicle, reminding drivers to slow down and be aware of the emergency response.
How to use it
Simply download the WAZE app to your smartphone. Information related to the responding emergency vehicle will then appear on your phone or linked infotainment system. Some vehicle infotainment systems are already loaded with the technology that enables the Pursuit Alert notifications.
