FEMA, in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission, will conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System and Wireless Emergency Alerts at approximately 11:20 p.m. PST on Oct. 4. At that time, cell phone users may receive a message by cell phone. There is no need to respond. The purpose of the test is to ensure that the systems continue to be effective means of warning the public about emergencies, particularly those on the national level. | fema.gov
