Emergency Broadcast System

A former emergency broadcasting system in the United States used to disseminate urgent alerts.

Last updated August 25, 2026

Overview

The Emergency Broadcast System (EBS) was an emergency communication system established in the United States during the Cold War to disseminate information to the public during national emergencies. It was replaced by the Emergency Alert System (EAS) in 1997.

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