Emergency Alert System (EAS)

The Emergency Alert System (EAS) is the United States' national warning system, delivering important emergency information through broadcast media, cable systems, and wireless carriers.

Components of the System:

Emergency Alert System (EAS):

• Broadcasts on TV and radio
• Distinctive alert tone
• Voice and text messages
• Covers national, state, and local emergencies

  Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA):

• Text-like messages to cell phones
• Location-based (towers in affected area)
• No signup required
• Limited character count

  What Alerts Cover:

• Severe weather warnings
• AMBER alerts (missing children)
• Presidential alerts (national emergencies)
• Evacuation orders
• Public safety threats
• Local emergencies

  How to Receive Alerts:

  Automatic:

• WEA to most smartphones
• TV and radio broadcasts

  Sign Up For:

• Local emergency notifications
• FEMA app
• Weather apps
• Nixle/Everbridge systems

  Managing Alerts:

Your phone settings allow you to enable/disable certain alert types. Presidential alerts cannot be disabled.

When You Receive an Alert: 1. Read the entire message 2. Identify the threat and location 3. Follow instructions immediately 4. Don't assume it's a false alarm 5. Share information with family/neighbors

Ensure You're Covered:

• Keep phones charged
• Have a battery-powered radio
• Sign up for local alerts
• Check alert settings on your phone