As part of Emergency Preparedness Week, the City of Penticton says it will be conducting a test of the Penticton Alert (Voyent Alert) emergency notification system.
The test is taking place today (May 7, 2026) at 3pm. The City emphasizes it will be a test only. No action is required.
In a press release the City says the purpose of the test is to ensure the emergency notification system is working properly and to remind residents the importance of receiving timely information during an emergency.
Penticton Alert is used to notify subscribers about critical situations such as severe weather, water issues, evacuations, and other public safety concerns. Anyone signed up for Penticton Alert may receive a test notification by phone, text message, email, or the mobile app, depending on pre established preferences.
Residents who are not yet registered are encouraged to sign up at penticton.ca/alerts.
