NZ Civil Defence’s emergency mobile alert system to be tested tonight

New Zealand's National Emergency Management Agency is conducting its ninth annual nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system. Authorities have advised individuals with hidden safety phones to power them down to avoid detection during the test.
Why it matters
Regular testing of emergency communication systems is vital for national disaster preparedness and public safety.
The Civil Defence alert being sent to about two million mobile phones on Sunday.
Informational report regarding government safety procedures.
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