MILLIONS of Brits are set to hear their phone blasting out an emergency siren in the coming weeks. Mobiles across the country will be sent a text, accompanied by a sound and vibration of up to 10 s…
People who don't want to receive the alerts can opt-out in their device'smenu, but officials are encouraging Brits to keep the messages switched on given their life-saving potential.
Mark Hardingham, chairman of the Nation Fire Chiefs' Council said: "For 10 seconds the national test may be inconvenient for some, but please forgive us for the intrusion because, the next time you hear it, your life, and the life-saving actions of our emergency services, could depend on it."campaigners, who say the alarm could reveal hidden devices.
Sharon Bryan of the National Centre for Domestic Violence explained: "Hidden second mobiles are an emergency lifeline for victims and survivors living under the constant threat of abuse, or worse.The Government said that it has been working with organisations representing vulnerable women and girls to make sure they are not negatively affected by the test.
Chiefs' Council added: "Alongside partners, we will continue to listen carefully to public feedback and ensure the use of emergency alerts has a positive impact."
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