MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A mass text sent to some City of Memphis residents raised questions early Wednesday evening.
The text was received by several people in the ABC24 newsroom. It said, “This is a test from the City of Memphis Mass Communication system that will contact you during… Reply with Yes to confirm receipt or…” and provided a link.
We reached out to the city for more information about the text.
A spokesperson responded, "In an effort to serve you better and notify you in times of emergency, the City of Memphis conducted a test today from our Mass Communication system. This is only a test."
A new alert system has been in the works for Shelby County following the mass shooting spree that killed three people and injured three others.