Millions of mobile phones across the country received an unexpected emergency alert Friday at 7 p.m., warning the public against activities that could cause wildfires. The alert specifically cautioned against lighting barbecues, firepits, and fireworks.
The unexpected siren prompted a poll, asking whether the emergency alert was an overreaction. The results of the poll are expected to be published in the Morning Mail newsletter the following day.
The alert comes as concerns over wildfires remain high, though specific details regarding the immediate threat prompting the nationwide warning were not immediately clear from the provided information.