The Hawaii False Missile Alert
The Hawaii False Missile Alert | Real Crime
On January 13, 2018, residents across Hawaii received a terrifying emergency alert warning that a ballistic missile was heading toward the islands. The message urged people to seek immediate shelter and stated that it was not a drill. But there was no missile threat—the alert had been sent by mistake.
This documentary explores how a communication breakdown and human error at the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency triggered widespread fear and confusion. It examines the events leading up to the false warning, the delay in issuing an official…
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