How to turn off 'Armageddon' emergency alerts on your phone ahead of this week's test
All mobile phones will receive an Armageddon-style emergency alert on Sunday as the government trials a new system nationwide.
The message will read: "This is a test of Emergency Alerts, a new UK government service that will warn you if there’s a life-threatening emergency nearby. In a real emergency, follow the instructions in the alert to keep yourself and others safe. Visit gov.uk/alerts for more information. This is a test. You do not need to take any action."The alert will stop automatically after ten seconds.
The new advice was issued after consultation with domestic abuse organisations who outlined those in danger of domestic abuse may keep a second phone that could help them flee their abuser. Turn off emergency alerts on an iPhone You can quite easily turn the emergency alerts system off in your phone’s settings.
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