If your phone suddenly rings out with a loud emergency alert, don't be alarmed — Canada is simply conducting a test on Wednesday.

The test message will simulate an emergency alert, beginning with the alert tone. The message will indicate that it is a test and does not require action from the public.

The Alert Ready system is designed to notify Canadians about life-threatening situations, including severe weather conditions like tornadoes, fires, and AMBER alerts. These alerts are crucial for ...