- Tuesday July 1st, 2025 :: 09:45 a.m. CDT
Note: this is a test message. Please disregard.
Monthly Warning Systems Test 
Monthly Test Announcement
This is a test of the Franklin County Office of Emergency Management & Communications Emergency Alert System.
Additional testing of local warning systems, including outdoor warning sirens, may occur at 10:00 AM in accordance with Illinois State Statute. Some municipalities with silent testing capabilities may choose to conduct silent tests. Please note that activation of outdoor warning sirens may be postponed during days with inclement weather or ongoing emergency situations to avoid confusion.
This is an excellent opportunity to ensure you have multiple ways to receive alerts from the National Weather Service and local officials. To learn more, visit: [Ready.gov Alerts](https://www.ready.gov/alerts).
Instructions:
This is a test only. No action is required.
Address/Location
Franklin County Office of Emergency Management & Communications
401 E Park St
Benton, IL 62812
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 618-439-4362
TEXT-A-TIP - Text TIP FCEMAALERT followed by your message, to 888777
Alert Details
- Severity:
- Minor - Minimal to no known threat to life or property
- Urgency:
- Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
- Certainty:
- Likely (p > ~50%)
- Category:
- Other events
- Event:
- Routine Monthly Test