The Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) warns the public about dangerous weather, missing children, and other critical situations through alerts on compatible cell phones and mobile devices.

About WEA Messages

​Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) is a public safety system that allows customers who own compatible mobile devices to receive geographically targeted, text-like messages alerting them of imminent threats to safety in their area.

Signing Up

​No signup is required. Alerts are sent automatically to WEA-capable phones during an emergency.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.fcc.gov/consumers/guides/wireless-emergency-alerts-wea