(YCOES release) — Today’s the day: Phones, TVs, and radios will be interrupted by an emergency alert test by FEMA and the FCC.

Do not be alarmed when you hear/see these alerts around 11:20 a.m. on Wednesday (Oct. 4)– the purpose is to ensure the systems continue to be effective means of warning the public. The test message will display in either English or Spanish, depending on the settings of the wireless handset.