Emergency Alert Test 7 September 2025: Advice for survivors of domestic abuse

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Emergency Alerts  is a UK government service that will warn you if there’s a danger to life nearby. In an emergency, such as severe flooding, fires or extreme weather, your mobile phone or tablet will receive an alert with advice about how to stay safe.

On Sunday 7 September at 3pm, UK Government will be testing emergency alert system (EAS) for the second-ever nationwide test.

The test causes a mobile phone or tablet to:

  • make a loud siren-like sound that lasts about 10 seconds, even if it’s set on silent,
  • It may also cause a device to vibrate or read out the alert.
  • A message will appear on your screens making it clear the alert is only a test.

Find out more about the Emergency Alerts on GOV.UK. Emergency Alert Test: Frequently Asked Questions – GOV.UK

Advice for survivors

If you are affected by domestic abuse and have a concealed mobile phone from your abuser, you may not wish the sound of the alert to draw attention to your phone.

How you opt out depends on your device.

Full instructions telling you how to opt out are available at [https://www.gov.uk/alerts/opting-out]

About Emergency Alerts – GOV.UK

Your mobile phone or tablet may get an emergency alert if there’s a danger to life nearby. Alerts tell you what to do to stay safe.