The new government emergency-alert system will be tested on Sunday, 23 April.
What devices are compatible with alerts?
The alerts will work on all 4G and 5G phone networks in the UK and on devices with the following software:There is no need to register or download an application. But older "non-smart" phones will be unable to receive the alerts, and nor will devices that are turned off or on airplane mode. The alert will sound on phones on silent mode.
The government has said the emergency services will have other ways to notify those without a compatible device.Despite the government strongly recommending enabling devices to receive alerts, users can opt out by searching their settings for "emergency alerts" and turning off "severe alerts" and "extreme alerts".
The government said it had been engaging with the organisations to ensure vulnerable people were not adversely affected. And Refuge has producedDrivers are also advised not to look at or touch their phone until it is safe to do so, just as when receiving calls or messages.Many countries around the world use emergency-alert systems, including the United States, the Netherlands and Japan.The US system allows the president to send a message to citizens directly.
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