Can be posted from Monday June 3rd after 12.00 (noon)

NL-Alert test message
On Monday 3 June at around 12:00 (noon), the Dutch government sent a national NL-Alert test message. This way, you know how NL-Alert looks and sounds when you receive an NL-Alert on your mobile phone. 
What is NL-Alert and when is it used?
NL-Alert is a Public Warning System in the Netherlands. NL-Alert is used in harmful and life-threatening situations in the Netherlands, like a fire, a terrorist attack, an epidemic, or heavy weather. Do you see an NL-Alert? Read the message immediately, take action, and inform others. 
NL-Alert on your mobile phone
You receive NL-Alert on your mobile phone. This requires no action. When receiving an NL-Alert, your mobile will emit a penetrating alarm sound. 
NL-Alert is based on cell broadcast technology. This technology can operate even in the event of phone network congestion or overload. NL-Alert is free and anonymous: you do not need to sign up and your phone number remains unknown.

NL-Alert on digital signage and advertising displays 
You can see NL-Alert on a growing number of digital signs at train, bus, tram, and metro stops. You will also see NL-Alert on more and more digital advertising displays. An NL-Alert is simultaneously displayed on signage and received on private mobile phones.
The test message was also sent through the NL-Alert app. The NL-Alert app is meant for people with hearing or visual impairments and people who are often close to the Dutch border. The NL-Alert app can be downloaded for free in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.