FCCFinal Rule
Wireless Emergency Alerts and The Emergency Alert System; Correction
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Summary
This FCC regulation corrects technical errors in the rules governing how emergency alerts are sent to the public through cell phones and broadcast media. The fix ensures that emergency warning systems work properly when government agencies need to alert people about disasters, severe weather, or other urgent threats.
Key Points
- 1Corrects mistakes in previous FCC rules about Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) and the Emergency Alert System (EAS)
- 2Ensures cell phone carriers and broadcasters can accurately send emergency warnings to the public during disasters and severe weather events
- 3Affects telecommunications companies, radio and TV stations, and government emergency management agencies
- 4Helps make sure that when an emergency happens, people receive accurate and timely alerts on their phones and through traditional media
- 5This is a technical correction to existing rules rather than a major new requirement or change in how alerts work
Key Dates
Published
December 18, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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