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Wireless Emergency Alerts Changed By FCC After Ahmed Rahami Texts
The updated rules will:
 Increase the maximum length of WEA messages (from 90 to 360 characters) for 4G LTE and future networks;
 Require participating wireless providers to support inclusion of embedded phone numbers and URLs in all WEA alerts, including WEA AMBER alerts, which will enable the public to click to see a photo or to call authorities;
 Require participating wireless providers to deliver the alerts to more granular geographic areas;
 Create a new class of alerts (“Public Safety Messages” to convey essential, recommended actions that can save lives or property (e.g. emergency shelter locations or a boil water order);
 Require participating wireless providers to support transmission of Spanish-language alerts; and
 Make it easier for state and local authorities to test WEA, train personnel, and raise public awareness about the service.
http://www.idigitaltimes.com/wirele...after-ahmed-rahami-texts-how-turn-them-559630
http://transition.fcc.gov/Daily_Releases/Daily_Business/2016/db0929/DOC-341504A1.pdf
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