FEMA to test national emergency alert systems Wednesday

BOSTON — Heads up! The Federal Emergency Management Agency will be testing its national emergency alert systems on Wednesday afternoon.

But don’t be alarmed - the agency said it’s just part of regular testing.

FEMA says the test has been planned for more than a year.

On Wednesday at 2:20 p.m., the emergency alert test will be sent to televisions and radios and will last about one full minute.

A wireless alert will be sent to those who have opted in on their phones to receive test messages.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.

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