SA Ambulance received no alerts from service meant to notify authorities during Optus triple zero outage last month

In a concerning revelation, the South Australian Ambulance service did not receive any alerts from a newly implemented notification system during the Optus triple zero outage last month. This failure raises significant questions about the reliability of emergency communication systems, especially when lives are at stake. The incident highlights the critical need for robust protocols to ensure that emergency services are promptly informed during outages, as any delay could have dire consequences for those in need of urgent assistance.