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Detroit conducting monthly outdoor warning siren test Saturday -- here’s what to know
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· September 5, 2026
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Key points The siren system consists of 56 outdoor warning sirens that cover seven districts. A monthly outdoor warning siren test is scheduled for Saturday at 1 p.
A monthly outdoor warning siren test is scheduled for Saturday at 1 p.m. The test is part of a regular system check that occurs on the first Saturday of each month.
The siren system consists of 56 outdoor warning sirens that cover seven districts. These sirens are designed to be heard outdoors and are used to warn of severe weather, emergencies, or national disasters.
If the sirens are heard outside of the testing period, residents are advised to go indoors quickly to an interior location. Further details on the siren test and emergency procedures are available.
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Category: Local Published: September 5, 2026 Source: WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News Reading time: 1 min
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