What time is emergency alert test today in the UK?
PHONE users may have an emergency alert on their phones today. The nationwide test could lead devices to make a "loud siren-like sound", here's all you need to know. Some mobile phone networks in the UK are testing their emergency alerts between 1pm and 2pm on June 22, 2021. The tests are part of a government system that allows it to issue warnings about potential dangers or issues by sending them to people's phones. Another test is taking place on June 29, 2021. If you have an Android device, theres a small chance you may get a test alert. Your device may make a loud siren-like sound. The system is set to launch in summer 2021, according to the government's website. It will take place throughout the UK. You may get an alert if you live in, or travel through, a test area. On June 29 there will be an emergency alert in Reading, Berkshire. This will also be between 1pm and 2pm and will affect iPhones or Androids. Boris to announce on Monday if lockdown can lift two weeks EARLY on July 5 ON ALERT Your phone could blast terror alert TODAY as authorities test national alarm MAPPED Delta variant cluster in North spreads as hotspots emerge - check the list  The alert will say: "The UK government is testing Emergency Alerts in Reading, Berkshire. "Emergency alerts tell you what to do if theres a life-threatening event nearby. "To find out more, call 0808 1697692 or search for gov.uk/alerts."