A statewide emergency alert test is being conducted across Texas as part of a coordinated drill led by the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM). You will receive a test Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) on your mobile phone. The message will clearly state that it is a TEST and that no emergency is occurring.
The test will take place on Thursday, April 2, with mobile alerts being sent out between 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. In Fort Worth, the test alert is planned for 10 a.m. Residents should also be aware that multiple mobile alerts could be possible if traveling between cities during the test. Outdoor warning sirens WILL NOT be activated at this time. The next regular siren test is scheduled for Wednesday, April 1, at 1 p.m.
No action is required as this is only a test to ensure emergency systems are working properly. A typical message may say: “TEST of emergency alert system. No emergency. No action needed.” The test will not occur if severe weather or a real emergency is happening.
The test is directed by TDEM and coordinated regionally, including Fort Worth and surrounding areas. The drill will ensure emergency alerts function properly, allow TDEM to evaluate the system’s performance, identify issues and improve public safety communication in case of an actual emergency.
Residents are encouraged to check that emergency alerts are enabled on their phone.
On iPhone:
- Open Settings.
- Select Notifications.
- Scroll to the bottom of the screen to Government Alerts.
- Ensure Emergency Alerts, Test Alerts, and Public Safety Alerts are turned ON.
On Android:
- Open Settings.
- Select Safety & Emergency, Notifications or Apps & Notifications (menu names vary by device).
- Tap Wireless Emergency Alerts.
- Look for Test Alerts or Emergency Alert Tests.
- Turn this setting ON if you wish to receive test alerts.
- Ensure Emergency Alerts are turned ON as well.
FAQS
A statewide emergency alert test is being conducted across Texas as part of a coordinated drill led by the Texas Division of Emergency Management.
Date: Thursday, April 2
In Fort Worth, the alert is planned for 10:00 a.m.
Time: Alerts may be sent between 10:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
You will receive a test Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) on your mobile phone.
This message will clearly state that it is a TEST and that no emergency is occurring.
Possibly. You may receive multiple alerts if you are traveling between cities during the test.
No. Outdoor warning sirens will NOT be activated during this test.
(The next regular siren test is scheduled for April 1 at 1:00 p.m.)
No action is required. This is only a test to ensure emergency systems are working properly.
A typical message may say: “TEST of emergency alert system. No emergency. No action needed.”
This drill helps:
- Improve public safety communication during real emergencies
- Ensure emergency alerts function properly
- Evaluate system performance
- Identify any gaps or issues
The test will not occur if severe weather or a real emergency is happening.
The test is:
- Alerts sent from Fort Worth Office of Emergency Management
- Directed by the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM)
- Coordinated regionally, including Fort Worth and surrounding areas
Check that emergency alerts are enabled on your phone:
On iPhone:
- Open Settings.
- Select Notifications.
- Scroll to the bottom of the screen to Government Alerts.
- Ensure Emergency Alerts, Test Alerts, and Public Safety Alerts are turned ON.
On Android:
- Ensure Emergency Alerts are turned ON as well.
- Open Settings.
- Select Safety & Emergency, Notifications or Apps & Notifications (menu names vary by device).
- Tap Wireless Emergency Alerts.
- Look for Test Alerts or Emergency Alert Tests.
- Turn this setting ON if you wish to receive test alerts.
- Ensure Emergency Alerts are turned ON as well