Headlines
Digging Into FEMA’s Notice on EAS Vulnerabilities
The risk isn't a new one but the threat remains if you haven't updated...
FEMA
News and Business
FEMA Alerts Broadcasters to Vulnerabilities in EAS Devices
Encourages participants to take security precautions
News and Business
FEMA Notes 10 Years of Wireless Emergency Alerts
Also, a new procedure for opting into tests on Apple devices
Headlines
Exhibitor Preview: FEMA at the NAB Show
“Broadcast radio has and will continue to save lives in times of disaster”
Headlines
Campaign Aims for Global CAP Adoption
ITU, Google and Vint Cerf are among those endorsing the effort
Headlines
KIRO Unveils Upgraded Emergency Studio
KIRO’s Vashon Island AM transmission site is the 14th PEP station upgrade completed by...
Headlines
FEMA Celebrates PEP Upgrade at Historic WBZ
Markey gives a shoutout to free radio's role in critical situations
Business and Law
WBZ to Cut the Ribbon on Upgraded PEP Facility
FEMA, local officials will join at ceremony this month
Business and Law
IPAWS Transitions to the Cloud
IPAWS engineering chief shares successes and lessons learned as the emergency alert system migrates...
Headlines
Kenyon Says Make EAS Originator Codes Clearer
He also would like to see an Event Code for domestic terrorism events
Business and Law
Aug. 11 Is the Next National EAS Test
A dozen PEP stations had technical issues in the 2019 test
Programming and Sales
FEMA Dials up IPAWS Playbook
Collection of online materials to help alert originators successfully design emergency messaging available
Headlines
SBE Issues Guidance About RWT Failure
Required Weekly Test from IPAWS came with wrong signature
Business and Law
FEMA Expands Use of Billboards for Alerts
In an “unprecedented” year, agency announces a partnership with Lamar Advertising
News and Business
FCC Releases Results of 2019 EAS Test
The country’s broadcast-based EAS distribution system works as it should; there are areas for...
News and Business
FEMA Effort Provides Masks to Broadcasters
State associations are the conduit; NAB is helping coordinate
Columns and Views
Removing Car Radios “Puts Consumers at Risk,” Former FEMA Head Says
Brock Long compares radio receivers to life vests and emphasizes broadcast radio’s role during...
Business and Law
FCC Reveals 60-Day Grace Period for IPAWS Update
The quick turnaround for a recent update had many EAS participants worried
Columns and Views
“We Are Accountable as Broadcasters”
Multilingual emergency broadcasting is a moral imperative for the radio industry
News and Business
Advisory Group Lays Out 14 Key Proposals to Improve IPAWS
Priorities: expand its reach, integrate with new tech, support multimedia options
Business and Law
Next Nationwide Emergency Test Set for August 2019
Alert set for August 7 at 2:20 p.m. Eastern
Tech and Gear
Xperi Seeks Bigger Role in Alerting
Developer tells FCC staff that HD Radio can upgrade and enhance emergency warning
Business and Law
HD Radio, FEMA Demo Emergency Notification Capabilities
Xperi says FEMA will integrate HD Radio’s Emergency Alerts feature its IPAWS Test and...
Business and Law
Advisory Group Issues Recommendations for Improving IPAWS
Suggestions include development of best practices and strengthened public education program
News and Business
Two New Proposals May Change IPAWS Alerting Rules
Recommendations are aimed at improving effectiveness of IPAWS
Blog
After Maria, “Radio Was the Only Constant Presence,” Says FEMA’s Centeno
Very complimentary of broadcasters’ efforts after the 2017 hurricanes
News and Business
WLW PEP Station to Test New Studio Shelter
Tour scheduled for Wednesday for Cincinnati area station
News and Business
Prepping for Not One But Two National Tests
FEMA and FCC collaborate on back-to-back EAS and WEA tests
News and Business
SB 833 Will Standardize California’s Emergency Alert System
State bill will require protocols, training and more
News and Business
Dates to Remember: National WEA and EAS Test Deadlines
EAS participants must complete ETRS Form One no later than Aug. 27
Industry
Weekly Tech Reminders: ATSC 3.0, NPT & More
An excerpt from this week’s Monday Morning Coffee and Technical Notes
Tech and Gear
Monroe Electronics Tells Users to Update CAs for One-Net and DASDEC
The current certificate will expire on June 24
News and Business
FCC Releases Flurry of EAS News
Among them is new state EAS plan online filing system called ARS and results...
News and Business
EAS Hearing Explores What’s Next After False Missile Alert
Specific recommendations from final FCC report designed to avoid false alarms
Industry
Omnibus Bill Guarantees Broadcasters Access During Federal Disasters
Amendments to the “Robert T. Stafford Relief and Emergency Assistance Act” update the definition...
Industry News
U.S. Senators Introduce Bipartisan ALERT Act
Legislation would centralize missile threat notifications at the federal level
Industry
Emergency Alert Test Filing Deadline Postponed to November
Cable and wireless ops, broadcasters affected by hurricanes get extra six weeks to submit...
News and Business
FCC Releases New EAS Guide
Intended to help small businesses, non-profits and small governmental jurisdictions comply with rules
Industry
FEMA Shares “EAS Sound-alike” File
It’s available on the EAS participant website to use with PSAs
News and Business
First Lessons: What the Nationwide EAS Test Revealed
FCC public safety officials call test a success but point to opportunities for improvement