US EditionDon't Panic: UK Phones to Sound at Once in Emergency Drill
The UK government will test the Emergency Alerts system to ensure it operates effectively for life-threatening events like floods and wildfires, using a loud siren and vibration on compatible devices.
- On Sunday, the Government will run a national test of the UK's Emergency Alerts system at 3:00 pm , with phones emitting a loud siren-like sound and vibrating even on silent mode.
- Officials say regular testing ensures the Emergency Alert System works and reaches people before real incidents like flooding and wildfires, following the April 2023 nationwide test.
- Only devices on 4G or 5G will receive Sunday's alert, a text explaining the test will appear, and users can stop the alarm by tapping the message or opt out in iPhone and Android settings.
- National Highways warned motorists not to use phones during the alert and to stop safely before reading it, while Police cautioned drivers that handheld phone use incurs six penalty points and a fine.
- The Government notes that the Emergency Alert system was first nationwide tested in April 2023, has issued real warnings five times, and officials ran a recent publicity drive at stations and motorways.
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