Emergency Preparedness Week, running May 4–10, is a national awareness initiative and an opportunity to take action to ensure you’re prepared to protect yourself, your family and your community during an emergency.
Find resources, tips and webinars from UBC and beyond to ensure you’re prepared for emergencies.
National emergency alert system test
A test of the national emergency alert system is scheduled for Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 1:55 pm PDT. During a system test, an alert tone and message are broadcast to radio, TV, and compatible cell phones. In advance of the test, some carriers may do silent tests of their systems.
