Cleveland Better Business Bureau warns of scams ahead of nationwide alert test

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The Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Cleveland is warning scams may follow a nationwide test of the emergency alert system this week.

According to a press release, the test will happen at 2:20 p.m. on Wednesday across personal cell phones, televisions and over radio.

The alerts will come from the Federal Communications Commission and the Federal Emergency Management Agency . The alert will read, “THIS IS A TEST of the National Wireless Emergency Alert System. No action is needed.” No links or attachments will be included. You do not need to react to these messages, but some scammers may take advantage of the alert. Therefore, the FCC says you should not click on any links or attachments after the alert. This could compromise your personal information.Be Skeptical and Use Trusted Resources - Fact-check information with reputable news sources when possible. Consumers can also visit federal websites for agencies such asGuard Personal Information – Scammers may try to solicit personal information.

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