Emergency Alert 0444 444 444? Why You Should Save This Number in Australia

Got a link from Facebook with this number, and let me tell ya, it definitely reeks of a scam... steer clear, mates!

Exact same missing person report from six months ago, bit suss.

This number texted me because of tropical cyclone Alfred, which affects south east Queensland. It was giving me information on the cyclone. I can confirm this is not a scam, and is a legitimate number for emergencies.

This number is used by the government to send out emergency alerts about dangerous situations and missing persons. I live on the South Coast and received multiple important messages from this number during the 2020 bushfires to evacuate immediately, as well as alerts for missing persons nearby. I can confirm that this is NOT a scam.

The message from this number seems to be from emergency services, but it is wise to verify through official Australian police social media channels. Spoofing is a possibility, so it's safer to avoid clicking any links from the number 0444 444 444 unless you are completely sure they are safe.

Received a text from this number claiming to be from the WA police missing person alert, my phone identified it as a spam then blocked & deleted it.

Not scam.

This is not a scam! It’s an official message from the New South Wales police emergency alert system, providing information about serious events and public safety updates."

This real? City of Gold Coast warning sent to my phone.

This number called me claiming to be from emergency services in Gold Coast, warning of severe thunderstorms in my area and urging me to click links for more information. However, the weather is actually sunny here and there is no indication of any rain on the radar. It's clear that this is an obvious scam.

The caller claimed to be from the Gold Coast City Council and mentioned something about an emergency that has already been resolved. This raises suspicion about the authenticity of the call.

I found a link from the NSW Police regarding safety and prevention, specifically about a geo-targeting SMS system.

Just received sms about missing person with link to twitter for photo, usually a photo is supplied in sms first time I received with a link, I do not open links as it could be a scam.

If this is a new strategy by police then it's a dismal failure just show photo of wanted or missing person without a link.

While the comments here rightly point out the flaws in these messages, remember that you don’t even need to click on the link if you suspect a scam. Simply read the message carefully; it could potentially relate to someone you know, like a friend or family member, in a real emergency.

DCAM.... Impersonating police....

... Again scam.

Victorian govt phone number used to send SMS to people for important news such as lockdowns.

I have blocked this number as I never consented to receive unsolicited calls from the government. It seems safest to block them altogether.

This number calls extremely early in the morning, around 6 AM, and it's incredibly rude. I've saved contacts in the past, but being awakened like this is frustrating.

I received a text message on this number regarding a 77-year-old missing person in the area, containing a Facebook link supposedly to a photo. While it might be a legitimate message, I'm concerned that it could be a scammer using a spoofed number to send a harmful link. I will remain vigilant for any lost individuals in the area.

This phone number is associated with emergency alerts from the SES and Police for critical situations such as missing children or natural disasters. It's important to save this number in your contacts and not delete it.

Tanya, just to clarify, you’re not the only one receiving these calls. It appears to be a mass broadcast. It’s unusual that it reached your phone specifically. It’s possible that the authorities are trying to locate a missing family member, so next time it could involve someone you know.

I received an SMS from the number 0444 444 444 claiming that a man of Aboriginal or Torres Strait appearance with BLUE EYES is missing. This message seems highly suspicious and likely a scam. I have decided not to click on the included Twitter link and would rather contact the police directly if I see such an individual. I'm blocking this number to avoid further spam.

I received a community announcement regarding a missing person, which was later updated to confirm that he was found safe. I think this is a helpful way to communicate news in the community.

This call seems to be a scam. The person identifying themselves as "Rosco" used unusual language that suggested they are not a native speaker, further indicating the suspicious nature of the call.

I received a call from this number at midnight, which was quite unsettling. They claimed there was an emergency, but given that there are no cyclones this time of year, it made me question the legitimacy of the call.

Claiming to be from the Western Australian Police Force who send a recorded message to your landline and a text message to your mobile regarding a missing person in your area.

This is really number of police requesting public assistance for missing people's. Not every single message is a scam.

Received a call from this number, supposedly St Marys Police searching for a missing person with dementia and showing a link to see what the person looked like. This is very likely to be a scam based on previous messages on here it is wise not to activate the link.

I received a call from this number, which had a recorded message concerning a missing person in my area. It felt odd and untrustworthy to me.

Had this come up saying police are trying to locate a man wanted but I see it as spam and scams.

This is the WA Govt Emergency number used by DFES & WA Police.

Spam broadcast message.