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Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

A U.S. government agency that helps coordinate responses to disasters and emergencies, and provides aid to communities.

State, local, and Tribal authorities

Government bodies at the state, county, city, or Native American tribal level responsible for their respective jurisdictions.

Emergency alert and warning systems

Technologies and procedures used to notify the public about immediate threats like natural disasters, severe weather, or other emergencies (e.g., Amber Alerts, severe weather warnings on phones or TV).

End-to-end testing

A comprehensive test of a system from the very beginning (e.g., alert origination) to the very end (e.g., public reception), ensuring all parts work together correctly.

Community-based exercises

Drills or practice scenarios involving local residents, emergency responders, and community leaders to simulate and prepare for real-life emergencies.

Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS)

FEMA's national system for local authorities to use to send out alerts and warnings to the public through multiple communications pathways, such as cell phones, radio, and television.