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| FEMA Emergency Alert |
We have some important news to share, and we want to make sure it reaches you loud and clear. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), in collaboration with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), has scheduled a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System and Wireless Emergency Alerts. It's happening on Wednesday, October 4th, starting at around 2:20 p.m.
If you own a cell phone, which
many of us do these days, you're going to be part of this nationwide test. Your
phone will buzz, and you'll hear a distinctive alert tone. No need to be
alarmed; it's just a test. The message will simply say, "This is a test of
the National Wireless Emergency Alert System. No need to take any action."
Now, for those of you with radios
and TVs, don't worry, you're included too. The Emergency Alert System will
broadcast for about a minute, delivering a message that goes like this:
"This is a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System, issued by the
Federal Emergency Management Agency, covering the United States from 2:20 to
2:50 PM Eastern Time. This is just a test, and there's no need for you to do
anything."
You might be wondering why all
this testing is necessary. Well, it's to ensure that these emergency warning
systems work effectively when they're needed most, especially during
national-level emergencies.
In case Mother Nature decides to
throw us a curveball on October 4th, or if some other significant event takes
place, rest assured, there's a backup plan. The test will be rescheduled for
Wednesday, October 11th.
By the way, please note that this
nationwide test is different from our campus-specific Alert Carolina system.
The Alert Carolina system comes into play during emergencies or dangers on
campus. We test it three times a year, and the next campus test is scheduled
for Spring 2024. We'll provide more details as the date approaches. We hope you
mark October 4th on your calendar and participate in this nationwide test. It's
all about ensuring your safety and the effectiveness of our emergency alert
systems.
We've tried to make this
information as clear and friendly as possible because your safety matters to
us. If you found this helpful, please feel free to share it with your friends
and on your social media platforms. Together, we can keep everyone informed and
safe.