FEMA and FCC testing Emergency Alert System in November
The drill will interrupt broadcasts nationwide to test whether broadcasters can receive and relay emergency messages before a real disaster, officials said.
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US to interrupt TV and radio broadcasts for nationwide emergency alert test on Nov. 17
On Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at approximately 2:20 PM ET, participating television, radio, cable, satellite, and wireline video services across the United States will briefly interrupt normal programming. The US will test its emergency alert system. During the test, audiences may receive an audio announcement, an on-screen message, or both, depending on their provider. Federal […]
On November 17, television and radio broadcasting in the United States will be briefly suspended due to a test of the emergency warning system. At the same time, the population in the UK and several European countries has been advised to be prepared for possible crisis situations and to stock up on food, water and cash.
In the US, television and radio broadcasts will be temporarily interrupted on November 17 for a nationwide test of the emergency warning system. During the same period, the UK advised citizens to stock up on three days' worth of food and water, while Germany recommended ten days' supply. As calls for preparedness against cyberattacks and infrastructure threats increase across Europe, the US test is described as a routine procedure.
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