Your phone may display the warning and make a sound even when it is set to silent. It may also play a distinctive siren sound and vibrate to make sure you notice the warning.
Authorities may send emergency warnings to inform the public about accidents, environmental hazards and other threats. This may be necessary if it is important for people to stay indoors, avoid a specific area or follow other instructions from the authorities.
FI-Alert works on 4G and 5G phones that are connected to a mobile network. Authorities can use FI-Alert to send emergency warnings directly to phones in the affected area.
Your phone will receive the warning automatically. You do not need to download an app or register for a service. FI-Alert does not collect information about users.
A national test of the FI-Alert system will take place on Tuesday 24 November 2026 at 12 noon. To receive emergency warnings, make sure to update your phone’s operating system in November.
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