Get ready to be startled by an emergency alarm today—The National Public Alerting System is doing its bi-annual test.
It sends emergency alerts through televisions, radios and wireless devices in the event of life-threatening situations, like an AMBER Alert, a tornado, or wildfire.
A national test of the system is planned for 12:55 p.m.
However, the message will indicate that it is a test and does not require action from the public.
Tests of the system are conducted twice a year, during Emergency Preparedness Week in May and the third week of November.
⚠️ We're running a routine test on November 17 ⚠️
Canadians in participating provinces and territories can expect an alert on their TV, phone, & radio. For a list of times, visit https://t.co/nopJwwkXRJ. #AlertReadyTest pic.twitter.com/vQziq10vlQ
— Alert Ready (@AlertReady) November 12, 2021
A test of the Alert Ready system is scheduled for November 17 at 12:55pm. It will broadcast over TV, radio, and compatible wireless devices to ensure our alert systems are ready for use in an emergency. @AlertReady pic.twitter.com/5L96U4A2mo
— Ministry of the Solicitor General (@ONsafety) November 12, 2021