Officials to Test Tsunami Warning System in Alaska March 27, 2024

On Wednesday, March 27th at approximately 10:20 am, the National Weather Service, Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, and the Alaska Broadcasters Association will conduct a test of the Alaska tsunami warning system as a part of tsunami preparedness week in Alaska. The test will be broadcast on radio and television stations and the broadcast will state that it is only a test. Some communities may activate their sirens. NOAA Weather Radio listeners will hear a tone alert followed by a test message. The test will not be sent to cellphones via the Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) system, although in an actual Tsunami Warning this system would be used.

After the test, we invite you to provide feedback at www.ready.alaska.gov. 

Once again, a tsunami warning system test will be conducted on Wednesday, March 27th at approximately 10:20 am. The test will be canceled in the event of any significant seismic activity.