Wireless Emergency Alert
FCC proposes new cybersecurity mandates for Emergency Alert System messages
The proposal would require broadcasters and other participants to implement safeguards such as stronger passwords, software updates and network protections for EAS equipment.
FCC proposes rules for multi-lingual, sign language emergency alerts
The FCC is proposing a new rule that aims to make it easier for broadcast stations to send emergency alert messages in multiple languages.
FEMA moving forward with national emergency message test
FEMA and the FCC are moving forward with a planned test of IPAWS, the WEA and EAS networks on October 4.
FEMA, FCC to conduct test of emergency broadcast, text message systems
FEMA and the FCC will conduct a national test of the Emergency Alert System and Wireless Emergency Alert system in October.