Explained in plain English
Who pays for these alerts?
The cost of sending these emergency alerts is covered by the government, as it's a public safety initiative. This means the expense comes from general taxation, rather than being charged to individual phone users or mobile networks. It's an investment in keeping the public safe and informed during critical events.
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