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There will be an annual nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert system is taking place on the evening of Sunday 26 May 2024, between 6-7pm.

The test date was chosen as it will be followed by the 2024 Annual Disaster Preparedness Survey which will contain questions about receiving an emergency mobile alert.

NEMA will run a nationwide awareness campaign in the lead up to the test to ensure the public understand why they are receiving the message and to increase understanding of how the system is used as a life-saving tool in an emergency. The campaign will run for two weeks prior to the test across: tv, radio and NEMA’s social media channels. 

You can find more information about the Emergency Mobile Alert system at

Emergency Mobile Alert — Get Ready — Emergency preparedness in New Zealand