In the aftermath of the storm, it is evident that the government should seriously consider implementing a national public alert system to warn citizens of impending threats and major incidents. A national mobile alert system, capable of sending SMS notifications directly to citizens' phones, would address this gap. A centralised alert system would have ensured that accurate information reached everyone simultaneously, reducing confusion and the spread of misinformation. However, this can be mitigated through clear guidelines on when alerts are issued and by limiting them to matters of genuine public safety. Investing in a national public alert system is not a luxury but a necessity in an era of increasing uncertainty.