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UK Government Tests Emergency Alert System with Nationwide Siren Test
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UK Government Tests Emergency Alert System with Nationwide Siren Test

The UK government conducted a nationwide test of its emergency alert system, activating tens of millions of mobile phones. The test, which occurred on Sunday at 3pm, involved devices vibrating and sounding a siren for 10 seconds, accompanied by a message indicating it was a test. This initiative aims to ensure public readiness for emergencies.

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Millions of phones sound sirens as government tests emergency alert system
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Tens of millions of mobile phones in the UK sounded alarms during a nationwide test of the government's emergency alert system.
Editor’s Note: This test is crucial for ensuring that the public can be quickly informed during emergencies. It highlights the government's commitment to public safety and preparedness.
Millions of UK mobiles activated as government tests national alert system
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Millions of mobile phones in the UK were activated in a nationwide test of the emergency alert system, playing a siren and vibrating to ensure readiness for emergencies.
Editor’s Note: This test is crucial for public safety, as it helps ensure that the emergency alert system works effectively in real situations, allowing the government to communicate important information quickly.
Emergency alert: millions of UK mobile phones to receive test message on Sunday
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On Sunday at 3pm, millions of mobile phones in the UK will receive a test emergency alert. Devices will vibrate and emit a siren sound for 10 seconds, accompanied by a message confirming it is a test.
Editor’s Note: This test is crucial for ensuring the effectiveness of the nationwide emergency alert system. It helps familiarize the public with the alert process, ensuring they know how to respond in real emergencies.

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