2026 Nationwide Emergency Alert System Test

Name: 2026 Nationwide Emergency Alert System Test
Start: 2026-11-17T19:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-11-17T20:00:00.000Z
Location: Other events in Waltham

Tue, Nov 17, 2026, 2:00 PM · Waltham

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On Tuesday, November 17, around 2:20 p.m. FEMA and the Federal Communications Commission will conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS). The test will air on radio and TV (for about 1 minute) only and will not be sent to mobile phones. No action is needed from the public. Federal law requires FEMA to conduct a nationwide EAS test at least once every three years. Routine tests help ensure the alert system is ready to provide timely information when it matters most. Additional information.

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