US EditionPolice Issue Warning to Domestic Abuse Victims Ahead of Government Alert Test
The test will send a loud 10-second siren and vibration to all compatible phones, but charities warn it may expose hidden devices used by domestic abuse victims, urging caution.
- Charities warn that the upcoming emergency alert drill on September 7 could endanger domestic abuse victims by revealing hidden phones, prompting them to issue opt-out advice.
- On September 7, mobile phones will vibrate, emit a siren for up to 10 seconds, and display a drill confirmation message to users.
- Emma Pickering from Refuge expressed concerns that alerts may indirectly impact survivors by making their abuser aware of hidden devices.
- Pat McFadden noted that the emergency alerts system is vital for public safety during crises.
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Domestic abuse victims could be put at risk by emergency alert test on UK phones
Victims of domestic violence could be at risk of further abuse if a siren-like notification is sent to their hidden phones when the Government carries out a national emergency alert test next week, charities have warned.On Sunday 7 September at about 3pm, mobile phones on 4G and 5G networks will vibrate, emit a distinctive siren sound for up to 10 seconds, and display a message confirming the alert is a drill.The emergency alerts system is used …
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