The UK government are set to role out the first-ever nationwide public alert system test on Sunday afternoon. Millions of mobile phones across the country will receive the alert, alongside a loud alarm at 3pm on Sunday, April 23.
The system is intended to be used in life-threatening situations, such as flooding and wildfires. The alert coincides with a number of sporting events that are taking place, with spectators at the World Snooker Championship at the Crucible in Sheffield urged to turn their mobile phones off, which is the only way to avoid receiving the alert.
Even if you put your phone on silent, you will still receive the message and alarm sound, which has led the World Snooker Championship to take the decision and temporarily pause proceedings at 3pm. Tottenham are set to face Newcastle at St. James' Park tomorrow afternoon, meaning supporters that are in attendance will receive the alert prior to the second half.
