The UK government is testing the Emergency Alerts system this Sunday (7th September 2025) at 3pm.
Compatible mobile phones and tablets will receive an alert, make a loud siren-like sound and vibrate. You will not need to take any action.
The Emergency Alerts system is used to warn if there’s a danger to life nearby, including extreme weather. Regular testing ensures the system is functioning correctly, should it need to be used in a life-threatening emergency.
If anyone has a hidden phone they don’t want drawing attention to because they’re in a domestic abuse situation, they can turn off the emergency alert. This is how:
✅ iPhone: Search “Emergency Alerts” in settings → Turn off Severe & Emergency alerts
✅ Android: Search “Emergency Alerts” in settings → Turn off Severe & Emergency alerts (and other threat categories if listed)
For further information, visit:
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/national-emergency-alert-test-to-be-held-on-7th-september
