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The survey was conducted immediately after the nationwide test between 26 November and 9 December See the survey results for the and nationwide tests of Emergency Mobile Alert. Stay informed. Emergency Mobile Alert. Why we test. Independent survey results. Why we test Emergency Mobile Alert The nationwide test is a necessary part of making sure the Emergency Mobile Alert system works well. Emergency Mobile Alert feedback research.

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Latest News. FEMA and the FCC are coordinating with EAS participants, wireless providers, emergency managers and other stakeholders in preparation for this national test to minimize confusion and to maximize the public safety value of the test. The test is intended to ensure public safety officials have the methods and systems that will deliver urgent alerts and warnings to the public in times of an emergency or disaster.

Skip to main content. Find it Fast. ET on Wednesday, August 11, The Wireless Emergency Alert portion of the test will be directed only to consumer cell phones where the subscriber has opted-in to receive test messages. Major information about the test includes: The purpose of the Aug. Periodic testing of public alert and warning systems helps to assess the operational readiness of alerting infrastructure and to identify any needed technological and administrative improvements.

In case the Aug. Anyone who has opted in to receive test messages on their wireless phone will receive the message only once. The following can be expected from the nationwide test: Beginning at p. ET, cell towers will broadcast the test for approximately 30 minutes. During this time, WEA-compatible wireless phones where the subscriber has opted-in to receive test messages, that are switched on, within range of an active cell tower and whose wireless provider participates in WEA, should be capable of receiving the test message.