Emergency Alert TEST

TEST of the BC Emergency Alert System on May 7 at 1:55 p.m.

BC Emergency Alert Issued

Updated on

May 7, 2025
2:00 pm

Current situation

A test of the BC Emergency Alert system occurred on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at 1:55 p.m. (PDT). BC Emergency Alerts are broadcast on TV, radio, and cell phones to provide urgent, life-saving information during emergencies.

Do not call 9-1-1 for information about the test. Using 9-1-1 for non-emergency calls could delay help for people in crisis.