Using text messaging to warn people they are in danger is quick and
> easy, says the Dutch government.
> (CNN) -- The Dutch government is testing a mobile phone danger alert
> system that sends text messages to people who could be affected by
> natural disasters or terrorist attacks.
> The system, called Cell Broadcast, uses GSM technology to identify
> cell phone users in a particular area.
> If a disaster occurs, a message is sent to all phones in the area,
> warning of the danger.
Now this is a damn cool idea.