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UK to test nationwide emergency alert system for second time

Alert to take place on 7 September, designed to warn of danger to life, and putting phone on silent will not mute itThe UK will hold a further test of its emergency alert system on 7 September this year – and putting your mobile phone on silent will not mute the alarm.The government system is designed to warn if there is danger to life nearby, including severe weather threats. It also allows for the sending of vital information and advice. Continue reading...

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