Delhi Red Fort Blast: How To Enable Emergency Alerts On iPhone And Android
Key Takeaways
- Emergency alert systems provide real-time warnings about disasters and public safety threats
- Both Android and iPhone have built-in government alert features
- Alerts work without SIM cards and during roaming
- Settings may vary across different smartphone brands
Following the tragic Delhi Red Fort blast that claimed thirteen lives, staying informed about emergency situations has become increasingly crucial. Modern smartphones offer built-in emergency alert systems that deliver real-time warnings directly to your device.
These government-mandated alerts provide instant notifications about disasters, public safety threats, and other critical national situations. When enabled, they can deliver vital information that helps you respond quickly and move to safety.
How To Enable Emergency Alerts On Android
Android devices come with Google’s emergency alert system that shares verified updates about disasters and safety threats in your area.
- Open the Settings app from your home screen or app drawer
- Navigate to Safety & emergency section
- Select Wireless emergency alerts
- Choose your preferred alert types (Extreme threats, Severe threats, AMBER alerts)
- Toggle each alert category on or off – changes save automatically
How To Enable Emergency Alerts On iPhone
iPhone users can activate government alerts through their device settings with these steps:
- Launch the Settings application
- Tap on Notifications from the options list
- Scroll to locate Government Alerts
- Find the Test Alerts option
- Enable the toggle next to Test Alerts
Important note: Setting names may vary across smartphone brands like Samsung (One UI), Xiaomi (HyperOS), or OnePlus. The emergency alert system functions even without an active SIM card or during international roaming.
