Drivers warned not to touch phones during emergency alert test as they face £200 fine for breaking law
Drivers are being warned not to pick up their mobile phones when the government runs a nationwide test of its new emergency alert service this weekend. The AA is urging anyone who may be driving at the time to switch off their device before setting off to avoid a hefty fine.
The siren-like alert sound will go off for around 10 seconds on all smartphones and tablets that have alerts enabled and are compatible with 4G or 5G. The system is being tested so that in the future it can warn the public if there is a danger to life nearby, for example due to flooding. “For drivers in particular, awareness of the test is vital to avoid any panic when it sounds," she explained. “If you are driving when the alert sounds, you must not touch your phone to stop the alert as the normal driving laws still apply. Instead, wait for a safe place to pull over – not the hard shoulder nor emergency area – acknowledge the alert and continue your journey."
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