Don’t be alarmed; T.V., radio, cellphones, social media, and more will ring with a high-pitched noise Wednesday afternoon, as Alberta tests its emergency alert system.

The province says the alert will come at 1:55 p.m.

Even though the interruption of an alert can be inconvenient, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Services, Mike Ellis, says the tests need to happen.

“They help us identify and resolve technical issues, ensuring the system functions properly when it matters most,” he said. “Regular testing, typically held in May and November, is a key part of keeping Albertans informed during real emergencies such as tornadoes, wildfires, floods and Amber Alerts.”

Albertans are advised to download the Alberta Emergency Alert app, which delivers warnings to your phone.

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