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Herald (Noun)

Something that precedes and indicates the approach of something or someone.

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

The first snowfall of the season was a herald of the long, cold winter that was to come.
The sound of distant thunder was a herald of the storm that would soon engulf the city.
The appearance of the first crocuses in the garden was a herald of spring's arrival.
The advance team was a herald of the royal family's visit, making all the necessary arrangements before their arrival.
The smell of smoke was a herald of the forest fire that was spreading rapidly through the woods.

(formal) a person who announces important news; "the chieftain had a herald who announced his arrival with a trumpet".

Nouns denoting people.

The royal family's herald was tasked with reading the official proclamation to the gathered crowd.
A lone herald stood atop the city wall, shouting news of the approaching army to the people below.
As the president's herald, it was her duty to formally introduce him to the audience.
In medieval times, the role of the herald was crucial in announcing the arrival of royalty and dignitaries.
The herald stepped forward, clearing his throat to deliver the official statement from the palace.