*UK-wide test to take place on Sunday 23 April* The UK government’s new Emergency Alerts system is now live. The system will enable people to be contacted via their mobile phone when lives are in danger. Emergency Alerts are sent to compatible mobile phones within an area of risk. They don’t track your location, need your phone number, or collect personal data, and only the emergency services can send them. You can check an alert is genuine at https://orlo.uk/9CkQ8 An Emergency Alert is a loud,

The Emergency Alerts system is live across the UK. A siren-like alert will be sent to smartphone users across the UK on 23 April to test a new government public warning system. To find out more, or check if an alert is genuine, go to https://orlo.uk/75AA5 | Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service

 Attention UK!  The government has announced the very first nationwide public alert system test.  Millions of mobile phones will receive a life-saving message and loud alarm at 3pm on Sunday April 23.  This system will help notify citizens in times of emergency situations such as floods and wildfires. Stay alert and spread the word! #PublicAlertSystem #UKAlertTest #EmergencyNotification | CGTNEurope | Facebook