Police to test Sydney CBD warning system tomorrow

Police will be conducting their regular monthly test of the Sydney CBD emergency warning system tomorrow at 12.15pm.

Members of the public should not be alarmed.

It is important for people who live, work or travel through the Sydney CBD to be aware of the warning system, what it sounds like and what it is used for, NSW Police said in a statement.

The system is in line with similar warning systems overseas where monthly tests are conducted to educate and remind the public of the existence of the warning system, and to ensure the system works.

Tomorrow’s test will be conducted at selected sites within the Sydney CBD.

There are 98 speakers located throughout the CBD, as well as 13 variable messaging signs which are positioned at transport hubs in the city, all of which play a major role in the Sydney CBD emergency plan, police said.