Fw: Important: Nat'l Emergency Test - Nov. 9th

November 7, 2011

This doesn't have much to do with our " special " issues, but, I thought it might

be helpful for those who may be unaware...it sounds like this could scare folks

who are not expecting it.

E

Ellen Garber Bronfeld

egskb@...

Important: Nat'l Emergency Test - Nov. 9th

Dear Neighbor,

I wanted to make you aware that on Wednesday, November 9, 2011, FEMA, DHS and

FCC will conduct the first national test of the Nationwide Emergency Alert

System (EAS) test. This nationwide test will kick off at 2:00 p.m. (EST) and run

concurrently across all time zones.

This system test is the first of its kind designed to broadcast a nationwide

message to the American public. In the history of the country, nothing like it

has been conducted on such a level. As you may be aware, there have been tests

in the past, but not of this magnitude encompassing all regions of the Nation

simultaneously. The three (3) minute test will run concurrently on all radio and

TV band stations exceeding the previous messages broadcast which were anywhere

from a 30 second to 1 minute message.

There is great concern in local police and emergency management circles about

undue public anxiety over this test. The test message on TV might not indicate

that it is just a test. Fear is that the lack of an explanation regarding the

message might create panic. Please share this information with your family and

friends so they are aware of the test.

Below is FEMAs website that will provide more information regarding this test:

As always, it is a privilege to serve you and please do not hesitate to contact

me at 847-222-0061 or repmathias@... if you have any questions.

Very Truly Yours,

Sid Mathias

State Representative

53rd Legislative District

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State Rep. Sidney Mathias | 4256 N. Arlington Heights Road Suite 104 |

Arlington Heights, IL 60004

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