Alberta to test emergency alert system on Wednesday

The Alberta Emergency Management Agency sent out a province-wide test alert on wireless devices Wednesday, May 9.

The Government of Alberta plans to test its emergency alert system on Wednesday.

Compatible TVs, radios, cell phones and tablets in Alberta will display a test message at 1:55 p.m.

The system delivers critical information and instructions across the province during emergencies.

The government also encourages downloading the Alberta Emergency Alert app to make sure all notifications are received.