USA. SMS Terror and National Disasters Alerts

According to The Examiner, the federal government is considering using text-messaging to warn Americans of impending natural disasters or terrorist attacks.

"Next year, the Federal Emergency Management Agency will launch a pilot study to use reverse 911 technology to provide specific, targeted weather alerts or other warnings to individuals on a voluntary, opt-in basis. This sounds like a great way to keep the populace informed without being overly intrusive."

emily | 10:07 AM | SMS and Government |
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