REMINDER: On Tuesday, November 17, 2026, around 2:20 p.m. ET, FEMA and the Federal Communications Commission will conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS).
The test will air on radio and TV only and will not be sent to mobile phones. No action is needed from the public.
Federal law requires FEMA to conduct a nationwide EAS test at least once every three years. Routine tests help ensure the alert system is ready to provide timely information when it matters most.
Following the test, FEMA and our partners will review the results and identify opportunities to strengthen future alerting capabilities.
Learn more about the Emergency Alert System: fema.gov/emergency-managers/practitioners/integrated-public-alert-warning-system/public/emergency-alert-system
Summary
On November 17, 2026, at approximately 2:20 p.m. ET, FEMA and the Federal Communications Commission will carry out a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS). This test will be broadcast on radio and television but will not include notifications to mobile phones. No action is required from the public during this testing period.
Federal regulations mandate that FEMA conduct a nationwide EAS test at least once every three years. These routine tests are designed to assure that the alert system remains capable of delivering timely information when necessary. Following the test, FEMA, along with its partners, will analyze the results to identify areas for improvement in future alerting processes. For more information about the Emergency Alert System, visit fema.gov/emergency-managers/practitioners/integrated-public-alert-warning-system/public/emergency-alert-system.