Nationwide Emergency Alert Test set for Aug. 11, with messages sent to TVs, radios, and cell phones
SYLACAUGA, Ala. - The Federal Emergency Management Agency, in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission, will conduct
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National Emergency Alert System test to be conducted on Aug. 7
STLACAUGA, Ala. - At 1:20 p.m. this Wednesday, Aug. 7, a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) will interrupt programming on all radio stations, television stations, cable television systems, wireline service providers, and direct broadcast satellite service providers.The internet and cell phones...
President declares Major Disaster for four Alabama counties as a result of Hurricane Michael
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — In response to Governor Kay Ivey’s request, President Donald Trump declared that a major disaster exists in the state of Alabama, as a result of Hurricane Michael. The Federal Emergency Management Agency Public Assistance Program will provide assistance to four affected...
FEMA urges preparedness for Gulf Coast residents and visitors ahead of Hurricane Nate
WASHINGTON, D.C. – FEMA along with federal partners are actively monitoring the track of Hurricane Nate and urging Gulf Coast residents to follow local officials guidance.FEMA’s headquarters in Washington, D.C. remains activated, along with the agency’s regional offices in Atlanta, Georgia; Denton, Texas; and...
