Thailand Conducts Final Test of Cell Broadcast Emergency Alert System
Millions of mobile phones receive test alert in five provinces, including Bangkok, as authorities prepare for future disaster warnings
On Tuesday, a nationwide test of the cell broadcast emergency alert system was conducted in Thailand, affecting millions of mobile phone users in five key provinces: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Udon Thani, Ayutthaya, and Nakhon Si Thammarat.
The test, which began at 1pm, emitted an 8-second alert sound on mobile devices connected to a 4G/5G network, displaying a message that read, 'National Alert now.
This is a test message from the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM).
No action required.' The message was also displayed in English as 'Presidential alert' on some phones.
The cell broadcast technology, which works with all major telecom providers, supports 120 million mobile numbers across both Android and iOS platforms, requiring devices to be running Android 11 or iOS 18 operating systems, or higher.
This final test follows two previous tests conducted on May 2 and May 7, as authorities assess the system's readiness for future disaster warnings.
The cell broadcast technology allows for rapid and efficient communication of emergency information, covering entire affected areas without requiring specified phone numbers or app downloads.
The test, which began at 1pm, emitted an 8-second alert sound on mobile devices connected to a 4G/5G network, displaying a message that read, 'National Alert now.
This is a test message from the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM).
No action required.' The message was also displayed in English as 'Presidential alert' on some phones.
The cell broadcast technology, which works with all major telecom providers, supports 120 million mobile numbers across both Android and iOS platforms, requiring devices to be running Android 11 or iOS 18 operating systems, or higher.
This final test follows two previous tests conducted on May 2 and May 7, as authorities assess the system's readiness for future disaster warnings.
The cell broadcast technology allows for rapid and efficient communication of emergency information, covering entire affected areas without requiring specified phone numbers or app downloads.
