alerted

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The WHO has said it was alerted to the emergence of a highly lethal disease on May 5, with the first positive Ebola test on May 15.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

The unit was on a training mission when it was redirected to assist in the search and rescue effort, after an emergency locator transmitter signal alerted the US Coast Guard about a potential distress situation.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

He also alerted subscribers to the Crashes of 1927 and 1928.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

Ofcom said it acted quickly after being alerted to the new site by the Samaritans charity, and it was blocked again.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

“Oscar Mike, ma’am. On the move! We’ve alerted your mother as to your whereabouts, Mr. McQuade.”

From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein