From Washington County, IA Emergency Management

"IMPORTANT: On Wednesday, Oct. 4th at 1:20 p.m. CDT, there will be a nationwide emergency alert test on cell phones, wireless devices, radios, and TVs.

This is a standard test that occurs at least once every three years.
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FEMA, in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), will conduct a national test of the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) on Oct. 4, 2023.

You won't want to miss the next parenting series talk given by Jim Lester, Washington Police Chief. We are looking forward to having him present on October 19th at 5:30.