URGENT: Government Issues Emergency Alert Test Warning: Remain Calm

BREAKING NEWS UK Government Issues Emergency Alert Test Warning: Remain Calm The UK government has activated the national emergency alert system, sending a test message to compatible mobile phones at 15:00 BST on Sunday. The alert will vibrate and make a siren sound for 10 seconds, displaying a message explaining that it is a test. IMMEDIATE IMPACT People are advised to remain calm as the test is intended to ensure the system works effectively in emergency situations such as extreme weather events or terror attacks. The government has assured that there is no cause for concern and that the alert is purely a test of the system's functionality. BACKGROUND CONTEXT This is the second nationwide test of the emergency alert messaging system, which was first tested in 2023 but revealed technical issues at the time. The test aims to identify any potential problems before an actual emergency situation arises. CURRENT STATUS AND NEXT DEVELOPMENTS The government has confirmed that the test will be conducted on Sunday at 15:00 BST, and people are advised to keep their phones charged and ready for the alert. The results of the test will be analyzed to ensure the system is functioning correctly. DEVELOPING STORY This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Bbc.*