Published 5 months ago

Emergency alert test happens today - here's everything you need to know

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Tens of millions of phones will receive an emergency alert today as the government tests the system nationwide for the first time.

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News18 India

UK to Test New Emergency Alert System on Millions of Phones

The national system aims to warn the public if there is a danger to life nearby but has generated criticism over 'nanny state' intrusion

5 months ago·India

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The Guardian

Emergency alert test UK: phone alarms to sound at 3pm – live updates

At 3pm BST, every phone in Britain is due to receive a loud alarm as a test for future emergencies

5 months ago·London, United Kingdom

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The Independent

Mobile phone emergency alert test on Sunday: What will happen and why?

For around 10 seconds from 3pm, millions of phones and tablets will make a loud siren-like sound, even if they are set on silent.

5 months ago·London, United Kingdom

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Daily Express

Everything you need to know about Sunday's emergency alert test

Tens of millions of phones in the UK will receive an emergency alert this Sunday, April 23 as part of a national test of the new Government system. But why, what for, and can you switch it off?

5 months ago·United Kingdom

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Daily Mirror

People who won't get Emergency Alert including phones not running latest updates

A siren sound and alert message will appear on most people's phones on Sunday, April 23 as the government tests an emergency procedure - but there are a few exceptions

5 months ago·London, United Kingdom

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NDTV

UK To Test Emergency Alert System On Millions Of Phones Today

The UK will conduct its first test of a new emergency alert service on Sunday, with millions of mobile phones set to emit a loud alarm and vibrate at 3:00pm (1400 GMT).

5 months ago·New Delhi, India

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