The government is set to test a new emergency siren on phones across the UK in a matter of weeks.
The siren will flash upon devices with a warning message attached on Sunday, April 23 as authorities carry out a nationwide test of the new system. People will be required to acknowledge the government alert if their phone is locked.
However, the alert test could wreak havoc on the roads up and down the country if drivers are stunned by the alarm. Motorists will need to use their phone to acknowledge the alarm before continuing to drive.
