Welcome
YOUR
UTILITY
NETWORK.
WatchTower is a community-powered app that tells you when your power and water go out — and when they're coming back. No hold music. No guessing.
Setup takes 60 seconds. No account required.
01 — How It Works
BUILT FOR
WHEN
IT BREAKS.
Live Map
Color-coded blocks show exactly what's on or out in your neighborhood
One-Tap Reports
Log an outage or restoration in seconds. Works offline, works at 2% battery
Community Chat
Connect with neighbors during outages — share updates, resources, and timelines
Mutual Aid
See who has ice, a generator, or charging — and post what you can offer
Smart Alerts
Get texts when utilities are restored in your building. App, SMS, or call-in
Battery Saver
Ultra-low power mode so WatchTower doesn't drain the battery you need most
02 — Your Location
WHERE
ARE
YOU?
WatchTower pulls the live feed for your neighborhood. Drop your zip and pick your borough.
03 — Stay Connected
HOW DO
WE REACH
YOU?
WatchTower works by app, SMS, or call-in. Add your phone and we'll text you the moment something changes in your area.
Send me alerts when utilities go out or come back in my area
Notify me when neighbors post mutual aid resources nearby
No account. No data sharing. Reports are anonymous by default.
You can also reach WatchTower by SMS — text WATCH to +1 (855) 502-6699
You're Live
✓
WATCH
TOWER
IS ON.
You're connected to the community grid. WatchTower is now monitoring your area and will alert you the moment something changes.
Sample alert — what you'll receive
WATCHTOWER: ⚡ Power out confirmed — 138th St / Willis Ave (10451).
Reported by 6 neighbors · Updated 2 min ago.
Reply STATUS for live map link.
Reported by 6 neighbors · Updated 2 min ago.
Reply STATUS for live map link.