Brace yourself for the upcoming chaos on your cellphone starting midday Wednesday. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) are about to conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System and Wireless Emergency Alerts. The former will send emergency alerts to radios and TVs, while the latter will …
Is the test a test? Conspiracy Theories Surround FEMA’s Emergency Alert System Test Prepare for the barrage of conspiracy theories flooding social networks as the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) gears up to test its Emergency Alert System and Wireless Emergency Alerts on Wednesday afternoon. Scheduled for approximately 2:20 p.m. ET, this routine event aims …
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Upgrade Your Camping Gear with the Jackery Explorer 300 Portable Power Station HuffPost may receive a commission from some purchases made via links on this page. Every item is independently curated by the HuffPost Shopping team. Prices and availability are subject to change. The Jackery Explorer 300 is the ultimate device for campers, survivalists, and …
Caring for a loved one who values their independence and prefers to live alone can be quite challenging. You may constantly worry about their well-being when you are not around and hope that their neighbors will alert you if something goes wrong. However, there are steps you can take to ensure that your loved one …
During inclement weather or power outages, it may not be possible to access safety updates on electronic devices such as phones, TVs, or computers. In such situations, having a special battery- or hand-powered weather radio that transmits NOAA Weather Radio (NWR) can ensure you stay informed without relying on Wi-Fi or electricity. The NWR, a …
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) have announced a nationwide test of their Emergency Alert System (EAS) and Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) at 2:20 p.m. EST on Wednesday, Oct. 4. There’s no need to panic. The WEA test will be sent to consumer cell phones, while the EAS portion …
The State Department has issued a “do not travel” advisory for Haiti and ordered U.S. government personnel to leave the country due to the escalating gang violence and civil unrest. The Biden administration has recently updated its advisory, directing all nonemergency government personnel, including those at the U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince, to immediately evacuate Haiti. …
A generator, whether it’s a heavy-duty standalone model for powering an entire house or a portable power station for camping trips, is a smart investment. With hurricane season upon us and unpredictable severe weather becoming more common, having a backup power supply is essential. But you don’t need to sacrifice your entire backyard for a …