EAS
Court Won’t Force Broadcasters to Translate Emergency Alerts
Says FCC was within rights to seek more input
Put the “A” in “EAS”
Emergency communications are a complex topic, and an arena filled with special interests
State Broadcasters Can Improve Their Statewide EAS
Global Security Systems teamed with ABA for a successful IPAWS NPT
Monroe Electronics Debuts Halo for EAS Device Management
Combines EAS operation and compliance under one product
September EAS Test: One Station’s Story
Filing was a little complicated but not insurmountable for Louisiana LPFM
Mixed Reports Roll in After National EAS Test
Garbled audio, out-of-order programming causes snags
CPB Grants Available to Help Public Radio Stations Improve Emergency Messaging
Awards $419,000 to National Public Radio
Emergency Alert Test Filing Deadline Postponed to November
Cable and wireless ops, broadcasters affected by hurricanes get extra six weeks to submit...
Determining EAS Readiness: Q&A With Sage Alerting Systems
A repeat of earlier NPT message problems should be anticipated
Determining EAS Readiness: Q&A With Monroe Electronics
Don’t panic, make sure your system is up to date
Keep Alert on EAS Tests
The Federal Communications Commission has announced that the next nationwide test of the Emergency...
Determining EAS Readiness: Q&A with Gorman-Redlich
As test approaches radio stations are looking prepared
Wireless Groups Press FCC to Simplify Blue Alert Implementation
In separate filings, CTIA and T-Mobile note support for alerting plan, with a proviso
N.J. Broadcast Association Seeks EAS Changes
Rotella: “The SECCs have been ignored for years”
Broadcasters Facing Obstacles to Meet EAS Deadline
New required information and a change in system causing problems ahead of Monday deadline
FCC Releases New EAS Guide
Intended to help small businesses, non-profits and small governmental jurisdictions comply with rules
FEMA Shares “EAS Sound-alike” File
It’s available on the EAS participant website to use with PSAs
EAS Box Makers Weigh in on Blue Alerts
Issues of cost, implementation and timing are discussed
NAB Weighs in on Blue Alerts for EAS
Less than half of U.S. states and territories currently have this system in place
NAB Supports EAS Blue Alerts If Modeled After AMBER
Association backs efforts to increase safety and security of the law enforcement community
Weekly Tech Reminders: FM Translators, National EAS Test and More
Here’s an excerpt from this week’s Monday Morning Coffee and Technical Notes
Nebraska SECC Chair: Handle Blue Alerts Differently
Zeigler says treat them more like Silver Alerts
FEMA Names Members of New IPAWS Subcommittee
Subcommittee will offer guidance on best means of operating the nation’s public alert and...
Comment Supports Sirius XM EAS Motion
Claims FCC should revise EAS rules to restore consistency
SBE Urges Members to Weigh in on Blue Alerts
Proposed event code enters comment period at the commission
Commission Proposes “Blue Alerts”
Similar to AMBER Alerts, new alerts would allow agencies to deliver “actionable” information to...
NAB Advocates for Next Gen Alerts
Gets praise for current commitment to getting word out
Survey: Broadcasting Is Top First Informer
Broadcasting is top choice of Americans for emergency info by wide margin
SBE Tells Members: “Don’t Be Part of the Problem. Be Part of the Solution.”
Advisory Group has shared tips and best practices for EAS security
NAB Sneak Peek: DAS Demonstrates Upgrades to EAS Products
Software for DASDEC line improved
How Will the Trump FCC Handle Alerting Issues?
A chat with EAS observer Ed Czarnecki
More Background on New SBE EAS Advisory Committee
John Poray and Larry Wilkins share additional details
Wireless Emergency Alerts Tested on National Mall
FCC gave waiver to DC Homeland Security
Monroe/DAS Plans Triggered CAP Polling
At issue is how to ensure that the “most timely and content-rich version of...
First Lessons: What the Nationwide EAS Test Revealed
FCC public safety officials call test a success but point to opportunities for improvement
FCC Abandons EAS Revamp Plans
In fact, the commission has dispensed with almost all of the items that had...