Emergency alerts to be sent to all UK smartphones

[WH241]

I am sure most have seen this on the news over the last couple of days.

Public emergency alerts to be sent to all UK smartphones

www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-64999417

I understand the logic and it is probably a good idea to have such a system but do wonder how much panic and alarm the test will cause!       I did also see someone mention on Twitter about people who might have secret safety phones who might not be aware that the alarm will sound even with the phone on silent which could leave people in a dangerous situation.

I also hope this doesn't cause mass panic in crowded places.

[WH241]

So today's the day for the emergency alert test.

It will be interesting to be in a public place at 3pm when this happens! I imagine the noise will be intense.

[northlondon83]

Apr 23, 2023 9:04:49 GMT WH241 said:

So today's the day for the emergency alert test.

It will be interesting to be in a public place at 3pm when this happens! I imagine the noise will be intense.

I completely forgot about that! I will be at Wembley Stadium so would be interesting with all the football crowds reacting to it!