Texas Statewide Public Warning System Drill Scheduled for April 2, 2026

The Orange Grove Office of Emergency Management (OEM), in coordination with partners across Texas, will participate in a statewide public warning system drill on April 2, 2026, between 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

This exercise is part of a coordinated effort to ensure that emergency alerts reach residents quickly and reliably during real-world incidents.

What to Expect

Residents may receive test messages through one or more of the following systems:

Be Alert (Everbridge notifications via text/call/email/app)
Facebook Page
Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA)
NOAA Weather Radio

All messages will be clearly marked as TEST.

Purpose of the Drill

This drill is designed to evaluate how well emergency notifications are delivered using our primary, alternate, and contingency communication strategies, and our staff’s ability to issue these alerts in an accurate and timely manner.

We will not be activating emergency sirens or emergency-only measures during this exercise.

How You Can Help

Your participation is critical to improving our system. After receiving the test message, we ask that you take a brief survey to help us evaluate:

Delivery method and speed
Geolocation accuracy
Preferred communication methods

Survey Link: survey.be-alert.info

Why Are We Doing This

During emergencies such as severe weather, hazardous incidents, or public safety threats, timely and accurate alerts can save lives.

Testing ensures:

• Systems function properly

• Messages are clear and actionable

• Residents know what to expect

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Questions or Feedback

If you have questions about this drill or the Be Alert system, please contact: support@be-alert.info