Explanations
Emergency Alerts service
24th March 2023
On the 23rd April, the UK Government will test the Emergency Alerts service, by sending a test alert to every mobile phone in the UK.
In future, these will be used to warn you if there is a danger to life nearby.
For example you may get alerts about:
- severe flooding
- fires
- extreme weather
However, the Emergency Alert system could also be used to warn you of a local health emergency, such as an industrial accident releasing toxic fumes.
What does the alert look and sound like? 🚨
— Cabinet Office (@cabinetofficeuk) March 19, 2023
Emergency Alerts will appear on the home screen of your device and you will hear a loud siren-like sound and feel a vibration for up to 10 seconds.
Watch the video below 📽️👇 pic.twitter.com/U0ZvNr31yt
Liz Blamire
Liz is the current tutor2u subject lead for Health and Social Care. She is a former NHS midwife, who has worked in community, birth centre and acute hospital settings. Liz is an SSAT Accredited Lead Practitioner, who has taught Health and Social Care in FE and secondary schools, where she was a successful HOD. Liz is an experienced senior examiner and author.
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