Carriers that send emergency alerts must support a map of the alert area on phones
Wireless carriers that take part in Wireless Emergency Alerts must support showing a map with alerts aimed at a circle or polygon, marking that area and the user's location when location services are on. The rule's multilingual alert templates and carrier availability filings remain delayed.
Who it affects
Wireless carriers that send emergency alerts, and their customers
When
This rule takes effect on December 15, 2026.
- : Published in the Federal Register
- : This rule takes effect
Official text
FR Doc. 2023-27236: Emergency Alert System; Wireless Emergency Alerts
On Federal Register. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.
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