TEST of the Public Emergency Alert System on November 20 at 1:55 p.m.

BC Emergency Alert Issued

Updated on

November 20, 2024

1:55 pm

Current situation

A test of the BC Emergency Alert system occurred on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at 1:55 p.m. (PST). BC Emergency Alerts are broadcast on TV, radio, and cell phones to provide urgent, life-saving information during emergencies

This test was used to assess the system’s readiness for an actual emergency.

Do not call 9-1-1 for information about the test. Using 9-1-1 for non-emergency calls could delay help for people in crisis.

Emergency Alert TEST message

Sent: November 20, 2024 at 1:55 P.M.

This is a TEST of the BC Emergency Alert system. This is ONLY a TEST. In an emergency, this message would tell you what to do to stay safe. This information could save your life. Click for more info: www.emergencyinfobc.ca/test. This is ONLY a TEST. No action is required.