The cell phone segment of the test is expected to last approximately 30 minutes, but individuals should be able to dismiss the notification and silence their phones as soon as they receive and hear it. In the unlikely event of an actual emergency on October 4, the test will be rescheduled to the backup date of October 11.
National Wireless Emergency Alert System Test Scheduled for October 4
The Federal Government Will Conduct a Nationwide Test of the Wireless Emergency Alert System on October 4 to Ensure Preparedness for Real Emergencies
