FEMA Test of the Emergency Alert System TODAY – 11th Aug.

ByTom Atkinson August 11, 2021August 11, 2021

FEMA will conduct a national test of Wireless Emergency Alert (text alerts) & the Emergency Alert System (TV and radio) on August 11 at 11:20 AM PST.

If you receive this test please read it carefully so that you do not confuse it with a real-time emergency alert from Lane County.

⚠️The WEA test message will only be displayed on cell phones if you have opted in to receive test messages. This is a good opportunity for you to test your phone!

To learn how to activate test messages for iPhone and Android visit: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDHSFEMA/bulletins/28b6703

Learn more: fema.gov/event/ipaws-national-test

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