Stopped sending at 1:20pm (BST) on Tuesday 25 May 2021

The UK government is testing Emergency Alerts in East Suffolk. Emergency alerts tell you what to do if there's a life-threatening event nearby. To find out more, call 0808 1697692 or search for gov.uk/alerts

Stopped sending at 1:46pm (BST) on Tuesday 25 May 2021

The UK government is testing Emergency Alerts in East Suffolk. Emergency alerts tell you what to do if there's a life-threatening event nearby. To find out more call 0808 1697692 or search for gov.uk/alerts

Stopped sending at 2:01pm (BST) on Tuesday 29 June 2021

The UK government is testing Emergency Alerts in Reading, Berkshire. Emergency alerts tell you what to do if there's a life-threatening event nearby. To find out more, call 0808 1697692 or search for gov.uk/alerts

Stopped sending at 3:21pm (BST) on Sunday 23 April 2023

This is a test of Emergency Alerts, a new UK government service that will warn you if there's a life-threatening emergency nearby. In a real emergency, follow the instructions in the alert to keep yourself and others safe. Visit gov.uk/alerts for more information. This is a test. You do not need to take any action.

Stopped sending at 3:21pm (BST) on Sunday 23 April 2023

Prawf o wasanaeth Rhybuddion Argyfwng Llywodraeth y DU yw hwn. Bydd yn eich rhybuddio os oes argyfwng gerllaw sy'n peryglu bywyd. Mewn argyfwng go iawn, dilynwch y cyfarwyddiadau yn y rhybudd i'ch cadw chi ac eraill yn Vogel. Ewch i gov.uk/alerts i wybod mwy. Prawf yw hwn. Does dim angen i chi wneud dim. This is a test of Emergency Alerts, a new UK government service that will warn you if there's a life-threatening emergency nearby. In a real emergency, follow the instructions in the alert to keep yourself and others safe. Visit gov.uk/alerts for more information. This is a test. You do not need to take any action.

Stopped sending at 5:58pm (GMT) on Friday 23 February 2024

Issued by Plymouth City Council. The WWII bomb found in Keyham will be transported today 23 February 2024 at 2pm to Torpoint Ferry slipway via Saltash Road. A time limited cordon will be in place along this route between 2pm until an estimated 5pm. You are asked to leave and stay away from the cordoned area for this time period. For more information about the route, cordon and support - go to the Plymouth City Council website. Visit gov.uk/alerts for more information.

Stopped sending at 6:37am (BST) on Thursday 23 May 2024

From the Environment Agency. Severe flooding is happening now, 23rd May on River Roe and River Ive from Highbridge to Stockdalewath, in the Stockdalewath Area in the parish of Dalston. Flood waters are expected to rise rapidly. Flooding is likely to cut off the area. Floodwater is a threat to life - do not enter. Remain in a safe location. Flood water may contain dangerous debris. Be aware of your surroundings and stay safe. Do not drive through or attempt to enter flood water. Follow instructions of emergency services in your area. Call 999 if in immediate danger. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to see floodwater. For more information search gov.uk/alerts or search for 'Check for flooding'

Stopped sending at 11:00am (GMT) on Saturday 07 December 2024

Issued by the UK Government A RED warning for wind has been issued in your area. Extremely strong winds associated with Storm Darragh are expected to cause significant disruption from 3.00am on Saturday 07 December 2024. Strong winds can cause flying debris, falling trees and large waves around coastal areas, all of which can present a danger to life. Stay indoors if you can. It is not safe to drive in these conditions. The storm may damage infrastructure causing power cuts and disruption to mobile phone coverage. Consider gathering torches, batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items you already have at home. Stay up to date with the weather forecast for your area and follow advice from emergency services, network operators and local authorities. For more information search online for 'gov.uk/alerts' or Met Office warnings and advice.

Stopped sending at 11:00am (GMT) on Saturday 07 December 2024

Cyhoeddir gan Lywodraeth y DU Am ragor o wybodaeth, chwiliwch ar-lein am 'gov.uk/alerts' neu rybuddion a chyngor y Swyddfa Dywydd. Issued by the UK Government A RED warning for wind has been issued in your area. Extremely strong winds associated with Storm Darragh are expected to cause significant disruption from 3.00am on Saturday 07 December 2024. Strong winds can cause flying debris, falling trees and large waves around coastal areas, all of which can present a danger to life. Stay indoors if you can. It is not safe to drive in these conditions. The storm may damage infrastructure causing power cuts and disruption to mobile phone coverage. Consider gathering torches, batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items you already have at home. Stay up to date with the weather forecast for your area and follow advice from emergency services, network operators and local authorities. For more information search online for 'gov.uk/alerts' or Met Office warnings and advice.

Stopped sending at 11:01am (GMT) on Saturday 07 December 2024

Cyhoeddir gan Lywodraeth y DU Am ragor o wybodaeth, chwiliwch ar-lein am 'gov.uk/alerts' neu rybuddion a chyngor y Swyddfa Dywydd. Issued by the UK Government A RED warning for wind has been issued in your area. Extremely strong winds associated with Storm Darragh are expected to cause significant disruption from 3.00am on Saturday 07 December 2024. Strong winds can cause flying debris, falling trees and large waves around coastal areas, all of which can present a danger to life. Stay indoors if you can. It is not safe to drive in these conditions. The storm may damage infrastructure causing power cuts and disruption to mobile phone coverage. Consider gathering torches, batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items you already have at home. Stay up to date with the weather forecast for your area and follow advice from emergency services, network operators and local authorities. For more information search online for 'gov.uk/alerts' or Met Office warnings and advice.

Stopped sending at 12:21pm (GMT) on Tuesday 07 January 2025

Issued by Environment Agency. Severe flooding is happening now on 6th January at Proctor's Pleasure Park near Barrow upon Soar area. Flooding is likely to cut off the area and may contain dangerous debris. Emergency services are evacuating the caravan park and a rest centre has been opened at the Methodist Church Hall (North Street, Barrow upon Soar, LE12 8QA), go there now if it is safe to do so. Avoid contact with floodwater if possible. For more information search gov.uk/alerts or search for 'Check for flooding'.

Stopped sending at 2:03pm (GMT) on Friday 24 January 2025

Issued by the UK and NI Governments A RED warning for wind has been issued. Extremely strong winds associated with Storm Éowyn are expected to cause significant disruption from 07:00am on Friday 24 January 2025. Strong winds can present a danger to life, causing flying debris, falling trees and large waves around coastal areas. Stay indoors if you can. It is not safe to drive in these conditions. The storm may damage infrastructure causing power cuts and disruption to mobile phone coverage. Consider gathering torches, batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items you already have at home. Stay up to date with the weather forecast and follow advice from emergency services, network operators and local authorities. For more information search online for gov.uk/alerts and Met Office warnings and advice.

Stopped sending at 4:20pm (GMT) on Friday 24 January 2025

Issued by the UK and Scottish Governments A RED warning for wind has been issued. Extremely strong winds associated with Storm Éowyn are expected to cause significant disruption from 10am on Friday 24 January 2025. Strong winds can present a danger to life, causing flying debris, falling trees and large waves around coastal areas. Stay indoors if you can. It is unsafe to drive in these conditions. Avoid coastal areas. The storm may damage infrastructure causing power cuts and disruption to mobile phone coverage. Consider gathering torches, batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items you already have at home. Stay up to date with the weather forecast and follow advice from emergency services, network operators and local authorities. Search online for gov.uk/alerts and Met Office warnings and advice.

Stopped sending at 3:20pm (BST) on Sunday 07 September 2025

This is a test of Emergency Alerts, a UK government service that will warn you if there's a life-threatening emergency nearby. You do not need to take any action. In a real emergency, follow the instructions in the alert to keep yourself and others safe. Find simple and effective advice on how to prepare for emergencies at gov.uk/prepare. Visit gov.uk/alerts for more information or to view this message in Welsh. Ewch i gov.uk/alerts am ragor o wybodaeth neu i weld y neges hon yn y Gymraeg.

Stopped sending at 11:06pm (GMT) on Thursday 08 January 2026

Issued by the UK Government. A RED wind warning has been issued for the Isles of Scilly. Extremely strong winds are expected to cause significant disruption, with winds peaking from 4:00 pm on Thursday 8 January 2026. Strong winds can present a danger to life. Stay indoors if you can and consider gathering torches and other essential items you already have at home. Stay up to date with Met Office warnings and follow advice from emergency services, network operators and local authorities. For more information search online for gov.uk/alerts.

Stopped sending at 11:06pm (GMT) on Thursday 08 January 2026

Issued by the UK Government. A RED warning for wind has been issued to large parts of Cornwall. Extremely strong winds are expected to cause significant disruption, with winds peaking from 6:00pm on Thursday 8 January 2026. Strong winds can present a danger to life. Stay indoors if you can and consider gathering torches and other essential items you already have at home. Stay up to date with Met Office warnings and follow advice from emergency services, network operators and local authorities. For more information search online for gov.uk/alerts.