Suspension of Alert Deliveries

Softbank has stopped delivering emergency disaster alerts to its subscribers. The suspension means users on the carrier's network are not receiving the emergency notifications that are normally pushed to handsets during disasters, such as earthquakes and severe weather events.

The halt affects the emergency alert function rather than regular voice, text, or data services, which continue to operate as normal.

What Remains Unclear

The specific reason for the suspension has not been confirmed, nor has the date on which the service might be restored. It is also not clear whether the issue lies with the carrier's network or with the alert distribution system, and whether other carriers are affected.

Softbank subscribers who rely on the alerts for disaster information are advised to follow alternative official channels, such as government disaster broadcasts and public safety websites, until service resumes.

Verdict: True