Posted on The Blaze-By Tiffany Gabbay-On October 24, 2011:
“The Blaze recently reported that at 2 p.m. EST on Wednesday, November 9th, The Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Federal Communications Commission will conduct the first-ever national test of the Emergency Alert System, where radio and televised broadcasts across the country will be disrupted for roughly…three-and-half minutes:
“In essence, the authority to seize control of all television and civilian communication has been asserted by the executive branch and handed to a government agency,” wrote Buck Sexton in our earlier report.
During the upcoming test, an audio message will likely recite, “this is a test” while text at the top of the screen might read that an “Emergency Alert Notification has been issued.”
While emergency broadcast tests are typically used by state and local governments to issue severe weather alerts and other emergency information, there has never been a nationwide activation of the system before. Federal agencies cite the reasons for the national test are to ensure emergency preparedness and to pinpoint flaws in the new EAS system.
Meanwhile, the thought of the nation’s broadcast systems being completely cut off for nearly four minutes — in addition to broadcasters being stripped of control — has left many, including Glenn, feeling unsettled over who,exactly, will have power over our airwaves.
When speaking about the old EBS tests, Glenn said that it “didn’t take control away from the broadcaster.” The new system, however, “seizes control of the broadcast frequency.”
“If the state wants to take control…they can just take it and there is nothing I can do about it” Glenn stated.
Watch Glenn discuss these unsettling developments in the video below:
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I. Nationwide test of Emergency Alert System scheduled!
Posted on The Examiner-By Jeanne Eckman, Lancaster Diabetes Examiner-On October 24, 2011:
“On November 9, 2011, at 2 pm, Lancaster County will join the rest of the nation in having a national test of the Emergency Alert System, or EAS. This is the first nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System. The purpose of the test is to assess the reliability and effectiveness of the system in alerting the public.
The test will last approximately three minutes and is like the ones you hear now for severe weather or child abductions or other civil emergencies. The only difference is this will be a nation-wide test conducted at the same time. So as to minimize disruption and confusion, the test is being conducted on November 9 because this date is near the end of hurricane season and before the severe winter weather season begins.
The test will clearly state, “This is a test.” Do you though know what to do in the event of a true emergency?
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) gives these tips:
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- Store emergency supplies. The ADA suggests having at least three days worth of medical supplies on hand in your emergency kit. Therefore if you take, for example, Metformin twice a day, then you would need to include six pills in your kit. Be sure to label them and store them in a dry container, perhaps an old pill container. If you need batteries for an insulin pump, include them in your kit.
- Keep an updated list of emergency contacts. The list should include the name and number at minimum. You may want to also include a note as to relationship, for example: spouse, mother, neighbor, priest, etc.
In addition to medically related items, FEMA – the Federal Emergency Management Agency – recommends:
- Three days worth of non-perishable food.
- Water. FEMA suggests a gallon per person per day. A family of four therefore would need 12 gallons a day for drinking and sanitation.
- A first aid kit.
- Battery operated radio and batteries.
- Flashlight and batteries.
- Cell phone with chargers.
- Can opener.
- Basic tools, like a wrench, to turn off gas lines or other utilities.
- Moist towelettes for sanitation and personal hygiene.
- Mess kits. Pack one for each person.
- Pet care items. Your pet will still need food and water supplies as well.
- Sleeping bags or warm blankets for each person.
- Cash. Depending on the emergency, stores may loose electric and not be able to process credit or debit cards.
Regardless of what the emergency is, life will flow smoother if you have a plan. Know what to do ahead of time to avoid a panic situation in the event of an emergency. Remember also the test on the 9th of November is just that – a test.”
Source:
http://www.examiner.com/diabetes-in-philadelphia/nationwide-test-of-emergency-alert-system-scheduled
II. Did You Know Feds Will Temporarily Cut Off All TV and Radio Broadcasts November 9, 2011?
Posted on The Blaze-By Buck Sexton-On October 22, 2011:
“If you have ever wondered about the government’s ability to control the civilian airwaves, you will have your answer on November 9th.
On that day, federal authorities are going to shut off all television and radio communications simultaneously at 2:00PM EST to complete the first ever test of the national Emergency Alert System (EAS).
This isn’t a wild conspiracy theory. The upcoming test is posted on the Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureauwebsite.
Only the President has the authority to activate EAS at the national level, and he has delegated that authority to the Director of FEMA. The test will be conducted jointly by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through FEMA, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) National Weather Service (NWS).
In essence, the authority to seize control of all television and civilian communication has been asserted by the executive branch and handed to a government agency.
The EAS has been around since 1994. Its precursor, the Emergency Broadcast System (EBS), started back in 1963. Television and radio broadcasters, satellite radio and satellite television providers, cable television and wireline video providers are all involved in the system.
So this begs the question: is the first ever national EAS test really a big deal?
Probably not. At least, not yet.
But there are some troubling factors all coming together right now that could conceivably trigger a real usage of the EAS system in the not too distant future. A European financial collapse could bring down U.S. markets. What is now the “Occupy” movement could lead to widespread civil unrest. And there are ominous signs that radical groups such as Anonymous will attempt something major on November 5th- Guy Fawke’s day.
Note: This is the Wikipedia (the free encyclopedia) website that contains information regarding ‘Guy Fawkes Day or Night’:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guy_Fawkes_Night
Now we know in the event of a major crisis, the American people will be told with one voice, at the same time, about an emergency.
All that’s left to determine is who will have control of the EAS when that day comes, and what their message will be.”
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III. FEMA, FCC Announce Nationwide Test Of The Emergency Alert System-Posted on FEMA.gov-On June 9, 2011:
“Similar to local Emergency Alert System Tests, this Test is Scheduled to Take Place on November 9, 2011.
WASHINGTON, D.C.—The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will conduct the first nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS). The nationwide test will occur on Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at 2 p.m. eastern standard time and may last up to three and a half minutes.
The EAS is a national alert and warning system established to enable the President of the United States to address the American public during emergencies. NOAA’s National Weather Service, governors and state and local emergency authorities also use parts of the system to issue more localized emergency alerts.
Similar to local EAS tests that are already conducted frequently, the nationwide test will involve broadcast radio and television stations, cable television, satellite radio and television services and wireline video service providers across all states and the territories of Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and American Samoa.
On November 9, the public will hear a message indicating that “This is a test.” The audio message will be the same for both radio and television. Under the FCC’s rules, radio and television broadcasters, cable operators, satellite digital audio radio service providers, direct broadcast satellite service providers and wireline video service providers are required to receive and transmit presidential EAS messages to the public. A national test will help the federal partners and EAS participants determine the reliability of the system and its effectiveness in notifying the public of emergencies and potential dangers nationally and regionally.
“A national test of our Emergency Alert System, with the vital communications support and involvement of participants, is a step towards ensuring that the alert and warning community is prepared to deliver critical information that can help save lives and protect property,” said Damon Penn, FEMA’s Assistant Administrator of National Continuity Programs. “Because there has never been an activation of the Emergency Alert System on a national level, FEMA views this test as an excellent opportunity to assess the readiness and effectiveness of the current system. It is important to remember that this is not a pass or fail test, but a chance to establish a baseline for making incremental improvements to the Emergency Alert System with ongoing and future testing. It is also important to remember that the Emergency Alert System is one of many tools in our communications toolbox, and we will continue to work on additional channels that can be a lifeline of information for people during an emergency.”
“The upcoming national test is critical to ensuring that the EAS works as designed,” said Jamie Barnett, Chief of the FCC’s Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau. “As recent disasters here at home and in Japan have reminded us, a reliable and effective emergency alert and warning system is key to ensuring the public’s safety during times of emergency. We look forward to working with FEMA in preparation for this important test.”
Over the past two years and as part of ongoing national preparedness planning efforts, FEMA, the FCC and other federal partners, state, local, tribal and territorial governments, Emergency Alert System participants and other stakeholders have been working toward making this test a reality.
As the federal, state, tribal, territorial and local governments prepare for and test their capabilities, this event serves as a reminder that everyone should establish an emergency preparedness kit and emergency plan for themselves, their families, communities, and businesses. Anyone can visit www.Ready.gov for more information about how to prepare for and stay informed about what to do in the event of an actual emergency.
FEMA’s mission is to support our citizens and first responders to ensure that as a nation we work together to build, sustain, and improve our capability to prepare for, protect against, respond to, recover from, and mitigate all hazards.”
Source:
http://www.fema.gov/news/newsrelease.fema?id=55722
IV. Emergency Alert System (EAS)-Posted on Transition.FCC.gov:
http://transition.fcc.gov/pshs/services/eas/
V. FCC Emergency Alert System Nationwide Test (EAS)-Posted on FCC.gov:
http://www.fcc.gov/guides/emergency-alert-system-nationwide-test-eas
VI. White House Online Counterterrorism Woes!-Posted on Politico-By CHARLES HOSKINSON-On October 19, 2011:
http://www.politico.com/news/stories/1011/66401.html
Note: My following blog posts contain numerous articles and/or blog posts and videos that relate to this disturbing issue-You Decide:
The FCC Should Not Interfere With The Internet!
http://weroinnm.wordpress.com/2010/01/13/the-fcc-should-not-interfere-with-the-internet/
Nearly 80 percent don’t trust the government!
http://weroinnm.wordpress.com/2010/04/19/nearly-80-percent-don’t-trust-the-government/
Note: If you have a problem viewing any of the listed blog posts please copy web site and paste it on your browser. Be aware that some of the articles and/or blog posts or videos listed within the contents of the above blog post(s) may have been removed by this administration because they may have considered them to be too controversial. Sure seems like any subject matter that may shed some negative light on this administration is being censored-What happened to free speech?-You Decide.
“Food For Thought”
God Bless the U.S.A.!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q65KZIqay4E&feature=related
Semper Fi!
Jake
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