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CTA on Emergency Alert System: If It Ain’t Broke, Don’t Fix it
FCC Association warns FCC that additional rules aren't necessary right now
NAB Applauds FCC Efforts to Improve Alerting Systems, Stresses Important Role Played by Broadcasters During Emergencies
The group said it supports efforts “to enhance EAS, while preserving and promoting the legacy EAS system as a critically important redundant failsafe backup”
FCC Updates Wireless Emergency Alerts to Enable Silent Alerts
Commissioner Carr said the move will “better protect the public in some situations and reduce `alert fatigue’”
Fla. Official Calls on FCC to Stop Use of National WEA
An FCC spokesperson said the law requires FEMA to conduct nationwide tests
FEMA, FCC Announce Details Surrounding Oct. 4 National Emergency Alert Test
WEA alerts will be sent to cellphones; EAS alerts will be broadcast by TV and radio
FEMA and FCC Plan Oct. 4 Nationwide Emergency Alert Test
The FCC has released guidance on how participants can prepare for the tests
FCC Reminds EAS Participants of Accessibility Requirements
Alerts for August 11 test must be accessible to those with visual and hearing impairments
Agenda for Multilingual Emergency Alert Workshop Set
Workshop will take place Friday, June 28, at FCC headquarters.
