The Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management have announced a nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system will take place this month.
The alert will be sent out to Kiwis' phones between 6pm and 7pm on Sunday, November 25.
Sarah Stuart-Black, Director of the Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management, said annual tests of the system will help to ensure that it is working effectively, while helping to familiarise the public with what to expect and how it works.
"By running this test and asking people to be aware of the alerts, we are able to test our systems, the cell towers and your phone’s ability to receive an Emergency Mobile Alert," she said.
"This is just a test, but when emergencies happen, Emergency Mobile Alert will be a vital channel to help keep our communities safe.
"Not all phones are currently capable of receiving the alerts, so we need people to look after each other: if you receive an alert, tell your neighbours, your whānau, your colleagues."
A nationwide campaign is underway, letting people know about the test and where to find out more information about the system, which was launched last year.
For more information on the Emergency Mobile Alert, visit www.civildefence.govt.nz .
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