How to Turn off Silver Alerts

Silver Alerts seek to immediately alert the public about missing seniors, primarily those with Alzheimer's or other mental disabilities.

But these can be annoying, especially when they are broadcast late at night or refer to incidents that are geographically far from the recipient. This undoubtedly caused many to deactivate them. But if you don't know how to do it, here is an article that will guide you:

How to Turn off Silver Alerts

Understanding Notification Options:

Disabling Alerts (Not Recommended): While some users might consider entirely disabling Emergency Alerts, this is generally discouraged. Silver Alerts could provide crucial information to help locate missing individuals.

Alternative Management Strategies:

Muting Alert Sounds (if available):  Explore your phone's notification settings. Depending on your region, you might  find options like "Silent alerts" or similar functionalities that mute the alert sounds while still delivering the notification visually.

Customizing Emergency Alert Settings:  Some smartphone models allow adjustments to notification settings for "Emergency Alerts." This might encompass controlling the alert sound and vibration intensity.

Contacting Local Authorities: Reach out to your local law enforcement agency or emergency management department. They might offer alternative methods for receiving Silver Alerts, potentially through email or text notifications without the disruptive sounds.

Additional Considerations:

News and Social Media: Following reputable local news outlets and trusted social media accounts that share Silver Alerts can be a supplementary measure. This allows you to stay informed while potentially avoiding the disruptive nature of phone alerts.

Silver Alerts play a vital role in locating vulnerable missing persons. Completely disabling them is not recommended.  The strategies outlined above offer ways to manage notification preferences while still ensuring you receive critical public safety information.