A test will see a siren-like noise ringing out from all UK phones next month, as the UK Government looks to launch their new emergency alert system.
The alert system, which will be used to warn people about events such as severe flooding, fires and extreme weather, is expected to be tested on Sunday April 23, 2023. When the alert sounds, phone users will have to acknowledge it and will be unable to use features on their device until they do so.
Once launched, alerts will only be sent by the emergency services or government departments, agencies and public bodies that deal with emergencies.
