Scam warning issued to residents in Lanarkshire as UK-wide alarm system is tested
dailyrecord.co.ukResidents in Lanarkshire have been warned to be on their guard for potential scams as the Emergency Alert System is tested this weekend.The mobile phone alert is a loud, siren-like sound, and will include an on-screen message informing the recipient of how they should respond.The UK-wide Emergency Alert System (EAS) service will be used to contact people with advice on how to stay safe in the event that there is a threat to life, and is due to be tested on Sunday, April 23.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.
Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android Advice Direct Scotland say people should be wary of requests from anyone claiming to be connected to the alerts system asking for remote access to mobile phones or other devices.The charity, which runs the national consumer advice service consumeradvice.scot, also stressed that any requests for personal or financial information through text message, email, or by telephone claiming to be related to testing activity would be bogus.EAS may be triggered by public health emergencies, severe floods and other extreme weather, fires, or industrial accidents.In the event of these type of major incidents, emergency warnings would be sent to all compatible 4G and 5G mobile phones when there is a risk to life, health, or property in the area in which the recipient is located.This weekend’s alert will be a
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