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CBC
4 days ago
- Climate
- CBC
Toronado warning issued for parts of northwestern Ontario on Sunday
Environment Canada issued tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings for parts of northwestern Ontario on Sunday. Tornado warnings were issued Sunday morning for the Kakabeka Falls, Whitefish Lake, Arrow Lake, Atikokan, Shebandowan, and Quetico Park areas. Sunshine, Glenwater, and O'Connor may also be impacted, Environment Canada said. "A severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado is located 23 kilometres southeast of Greenwater Lake, moving east at 70 km/h," the weather agency said. "This is a dangerous and potentially life-threatening situation. Take cover immediately, if threatening weather approaches. If you hear a roaring sound or see a funnel cloud, swirling debris near the ground, flying debris, or any threatening weather approaching, take shelter immediately." Meanwhile, severe thunderstorm warnings are in effect for Thunder Bay, Cloud Bay and Dorion. Severe thunderstorm watches are in place for Atikokan, Shebandowan, Quetico Park, Fort Frances, Emo, Rainy River, Kakabeka Falls, Whitefish Lake, and Arrow Lake.
Scotsman
23-07-2025
- Climate
- Scotsman
Emergency Alert test: what is the date for 2025 test in UK?
The date of the Emergency Alert test has been confirmed 🚨 Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... The Emergency Alert system will be tested again in the UK. Millions of people will receive a message in September. But when exactly will the test take place? A test of the government's Emergency Alert system is set to take place in the autumn. Millions of people are set to receive a text with a 'siren' sound. It was previously tested out nationwide in spring 2023, but a second one is set to take place in September. The test is part of plans to 'strengthen the country's preparedness', the government said. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The system has been used in the face of extreme weather - such as Storm Darragh - since the initial test. But when can you expect to receive the message? When is the Emergency Alert test in 2025? Emergency Alert test | Getty Images It has been confirmed that a second nationwide test of the Emergency Alert system is set to take place on Sunday, September 7. The message is due to be sent at 3pm and it will cause your mobile phone to vibrate as well as make a siren sound for roughly ten seconds. Even if your phone is set to silent, it will still make a loud noise. The test will be accompanied by a message that will appear on your screen, making it clear the alert is only a test. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Pat McFadden, Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, said: 'Emergency Alerts have the potential to save lives, allowing us to share essential information rapidly in emergency situations including extreme storms. Just like the fire alarm in your house, it's important we test the system so that we know it will work if we need it. 'This test is part of our action plan to build resilience across the whole country and secure the nation under the Plan for Change - from the £1 billion we're investing in a new network of National Biosecurity Centres to the £4.2 billion we're investing to build a new generation of flood defences to protect local communities.' Who will receive the Emergency Alert text? Since the initial test two years ago, the system has been used on a handful of occasions - particularly around extreme weather. Alerts were sent out during Storm Darragh in 2024 and again in early 2025 for Storm Éowyn - the latter being its largest use so far. The alerts can only be sent by the emergency services, government departments, agencies and public bodies that deal with emergencies. And you may get them in the event of severe flooding, fires and extreme weather - for example. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The test on September 7 will be sent to all phones in the UK, the government has confirmed. It adds that there are approximately 87 million mobile phones in the country. What happens when you get an emergency alert? The messages are usually sent to mobile phones - but could also be sent to tablets. Your device will make a loud siren-like sound, even if it's set on silent, vibrate and read out the alert. The sound and vibration will last for about 10 seconds. An alert will include a phone number or a link to the website for more information. You'll get alerts based on your current location - not where you live or work. You do not need to turn on location services to receive alerts. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad What do you think of the Emergency Alert system - have you received one of the real alerts? Let me know your experiences by email: . Find out why millions of Facebook accounts are being deleted in a huge purge this year.
CBC
23-07-2025
- CBC
Public urged to shelter in place as police search for armed suspect in Summerside
Police are warning residents in Summerside to shelter in place as they search for a potentially armed and dangerous individual in the city. An emergency alert issued Wednesday morning identified the suspect as Mitchell Lannigan, a white male who is believed to be on foot in the Water Street East area. The alert says he is believed to be "armed and dangerous." Lannigan is described as having brown hair and brown eyes, with a medium build. He is approximately five feet eight inches tall and weighs about 200 pounds. Residents are being urged to stay indoors and not to approach the suspect. A heavy police presence is currently in the area. Anyone who sees Lannigan or has information about his location is urged to call 911 immediately.
Daily Mirror
21-07-2025
- Climate
- Daily Mirror
DWP issues 'Emergency Alerts' update to anyone with a phone
The UK's Emergency Alert system is a tool for providing warnings in life-threatening situations The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has issued an alert about an important date in less than two months. Its message especially concerns anyone who owns a mobile phone or tablet device. Posting to X, the department wrote on Sunday: "There will be a UK-wide test of the Emergency Alerts system on Sun 7 Sep 2025 at 3pm. Your phone may sound and display a message. No action is needed." As its message suggests, the government is testing the UK's Emergency Alert system on Sunday, September 7 at 3pm. This specifically describes a tool used to provide warnings and advice in life-threatening emergency situations. While the alert on September 7 is just a test, it may be used to warn UK citizens of hazards such as wildfires, severe flooding, and extreme storms in the future. The government, emergency services, agencies, and other organisations that handle emergencies can issue these cautions. Crucially, the government does not need to know your phone number or location to send these alerts. "An alert will include a phone number or a link to the website for more information," the government's website explains. "You'll get alerts based on your current location - not where you live or work. You do not need to turn on location services to receive alerts." When an alert occurs, a phone or tablet may either make a loud siren-like noise, vibrate or read the message aloud. READ MORE: 'Itchy prickly feeling' and spots may be a hot weather symptom, NHS explains Alerts usually last around 10 seconds. Although members of the public will not need to take action during the September 7 alert, others may provide instructions on what to do next. However, the government adds: "Do not read or respond to an emergency alert while driving or riding. Find somewhere safe and legal to stop before reading the message. "If there's nowhere safe and legal to stop, and nobody else is in the vehicle to read the alert, you can listen to news on live radio to find out about the emergency. It's illegal to use a hand-held device while driving or riding." It's important to acknowledge that emergency alerts will not replace local news, radio, television or social media announcements. If you have an incompatible device, the government stresses that you will still be informed when there is a threat to life. Most emergency alerts across the UK will be sent in English, though in Wales, they may also be received in Welsh. The government's advice continues: "If you have a vision or hearing impairment, audio and vibration attention signals will let you know you have an emergency alert if accessibility notifications have been enabled on your mobile phone or tablet."
Yahoo
21-07-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Vietnam races to prepare for Typhoon Wipha as Philippines suffers storm deaths
Vietnam Asia Storm HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — Vietnam braced for Typhoon Wipha on Monday as coastal provinces were placed on emergency alert and airlines canceled flights ahead of the storm's expected landfall early Tuesday. The typhoon is forecast to bring powerful winds and heavy rainfall, raising the risk of flash floods and landslides in northern Vietnam's mountainous areas and flooding in urban centers, including Hanoi. 'This is a very strong storm, moving fast, with a wide and dangerous impact on both land and sea,' Vietnam Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh said in a directive to government agencies. He ordered all fishing boats, cargo ships and tourist vessels to return to shore and urged the evacuation of people in high-risk areas. The storm has already proved deadly in the Philippines, where it intensified monsoon rains and killed at least three people over the weekend, including one who drowned and two others struck by falling trees. Philippine officials were checking reports of three more deaths, while seven people, including two children, remained missing. Floods, landslides and debris affected over 800,000 people, with about 90,000 forced to evacuate, authorities said. Hundreds of cruise ships have anchored in Vietnam's Ha Long Bay after authorities suspended all tourist boat services due to the storm. A tourist boat capsized there during a thunderstorm over the weekend, ahead of the typhoon's arrival, killing at least 37 people. Ongoing bad weather is expected to complicate the search for the missing. National carrier Vietnam Airlines and its affiliate Pacific Airlines canceled at least nine domestic flights on Monday, with more delays expected. Budget airline Vietjet canceled 12 flights including international routes to South Korea. Local authorities have deployed rescue crews and stocked food and medical supplies while working to secure telecommunications infrastructure. State media reported nearly 150,000 hectares (370,658 acres) of aquaculture farms and more than 20,000 floating fish cages could be at risk from flooding and high winds. Emergency warnings have been sent to millions of residents by text message. Forecasters expect Wipha to make landfall between Hai Phong and Thanh Hoa provinces early Tuesday, with wind gusts reaching up to 166 kilometers (103 miles) per hour. Vietnam is no stranger to tropical storms. But climate experts said such storms were getting stronger due to global warming since warmer ocean waters provide more energy to fuel the storms. This results in increased wind speeds and heavier rainfall. Last year, Typhoon Yagi killed about 300 people and caused $3.3 billion in damage, reducing GDP growth by 0.15%. ___ Jim Gomez in Manila, Philippines, contributed to this report. ___ Associated Press climate and environmental coverage receive support from several private foundations. See more about AP's climate initiative here. The AP is solely responsible for all content.
