City to Participate in Statewide Emergency Alert System Drill on April 2

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – The City of Corpus Christi will participate in a statewide drill of public warning systems on Thursday, April 2, in coordination with the Texas Division of Emergency Management. 

The drill will take place between 10:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. and is designed to test the performance and reliability of emergency alert and warning systems used during critical incidents. Residents may receive test messages through mobile devices and other communication platforms, including emergency notification systems. 

During the exercise, a primary alert will be issued through the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS). Individuals enrolled in the Regional Reverse Alert system will also receive a notification. Residents may receive multiple alerts during the drill. All messages are part of the exercise, and no action is required. 

This coordinated effort supports ongoing statewide emergency preparedness. The designated testing window allows agencies to activate primary, alternate, and backup systems to ensure readiness. 
Following the drill, participating agencies will submit feedback, including observations and recommendations, to strengthen future operations. 

Residents are encouraged to confirm that emergency alerts are enabled on their mobile devices. 
For more information, media representatives may contact Senior Public Information Officer Richard Vargas at 361-826-3420 or by email at richardv2@cctexas.com.