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IPAWS Technical Support Services (TSS) provides Alerting Authorities with the technical, procedural, and hands-on support required to maintain continuous alerting readiness.
Individuals can connect with IPAWS TSS for:
– 24/7 IPAWS Technical Support
– Hands-On Learning and Operational Training
– Customizable Tabletop Exercises and Workshops
– Emergency Message Templates
– Support with Live and Test Alerts
– IPAWS Overviews and Alert Demonstrations
Alerting Authorities can request virtual or in-person workshops, hands‑on training sessions, and alert demonstrations tailored to their operational needs.
To request a training or workshop, please contact IPAWS Technical Support Services at fema-ipaws-lab@fema.dhs.gov
IPAWS Technical Support Services Facility (TSSF)
161 National Plaza, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
IPAWS Overview Video
IPAWS is the national system for local alerting that provides authenticated emergency and life-saving information to the public through mobile phones using Wireless Emergency Alerts, to radio and television via the Emergency Alert System, and on the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Weather Radio.