City of Fort Worth, TX

03/25/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/25/2026 07:30

Statewide emergency alert test scheduled for next week

Statewide emergency alert test scheduled for next week

Published on March 25, 2026

A statewide emergency alert test is being conducted across Texas as part of a coordinated drill led by the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM). You will receive a test Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) on your mobile phone. The message will clearly state that it is a TEST and that no emergency is occurring.

The test will take place on Thursday, April 2, with alerts being sent out between 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. In Fort Worth, the test alert is planned for 10 a.m. Residents should also be aware that multiple alerts could be possible if traveling between cities during the test and outdoor warning signs WILL NOT be activated at this time. The next regular siren test is scheduled for Wednesday, April 1, at 1 p.m.

No action is required as this is only a test to ensure emergency systems are working properly. A typical message may say: "TEST of emergency alert system. No emergency. No action needed." The test will not occur if severe weather or a real emergency is happening.

The test is directed by TDEM and coordinated regionally, including Fort Worth and surrounding areas. The drill will ensure emergency alerts function properly, allow TDEM to evaluate the system's performance, identify issues and improve public safety communication in case of an actual emergency.

Residents are encouraged to check that emergency alerts are enabled on their phone.

On iPhone:

  • Open Settings.
  • Select Notifications.
  • Scroll to the bottom of the screen to Government Alerts.
  • Ensure Emergency Alerts, Test Alerts and Public Safety Alerts are turned ON.

On Android:

  • Open Settings.
  • Select Safety & Emergency, Notifications or Apps & Notifications (menu names vary by device).
  • Tap Wireless Emergency Alerts.
  • Look for Test Alerts or Emergency Alert Tests.
  • Turn this setting ON if you wish to receive test alerts.
  • Ensure Emergency Alerts are turned ON as well.

Get ready for ReadyFW

For local alerts, sign up for ReadyFW, the City's newly branded alert and warning mass notification system. Created to replace CodeRed and designed to deliver real-time, reliable and trusted information to residents, ReadyFW allows the City to send alerts through multiple channels, like text messages, phone calls and emails to reach subscribers.

Text alerts will be sent from 77295 and allow residents to opt in to receive text messages just like CodeRed. And by registering for alerts, residents are also creating a Smart911 profile for themselves.

The process remains the same:

  • Texting START to the short code will resume/reinstate the messages.
  • Texting STOP to cancel alert messages.
  • Sample message: Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to 77295 to cancel messages. For additional support, text INFO or HELP to 77295 at any time. See full terms and conditions.

To continue receiving alerts, everyone must re-register with ReadyFW, as any existing registrations will not automatically transfer over. The City will include a verifiable official link or callback option for residents to confirm it's a valid message.

Register for ReadyFW today.

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