disaster alert

Calamity advance notice

A disaster alert is an official warning issued when a natural or man-made catastrophe is imminent or unfolding—hurricanes, earthquakes, tsunamis, industrial accidents.

The alert typically specifies the threat, affected areas, and recommended actions: A disaster alert was issued for coastal regions ahead of the typhoon.

Alerts are graded by severity, from watches (conditions are possible) to warnings (danger is immediate).

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evacuation · evacuation route · broadcast · alarm · crisis · tornado · tsunami · earthquake · red · urgent · shelter · take cover · first responders · notification · bulletin · breaking news · signal · flash

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urgency/threat level

disaster alertall clear

Signal danger has passed

stand down · false alarm · public service announcement

message valence

disaster alertall clear signal

Notice danger has ended

safety condition

disaster alertsafety notice

Posted warning about dangers

peace of mind · normalcy · stability · calm · tranquility

Family

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Negative · Everyday, not technical · Rated G