Amber Alerts continue to play a role in locating missing children, but experts say growing public “alarm fatigue” may affect how quickly people respond to alerts. Reporting from different outlets notes that a large share of Amber Alerts involve children taken by a noncustodial parent or a relative. Experts argue that when the details of an alert do not match what some members of the public expect from an emergency—based on their own assumptions about timing, circumstances, or severity—some people may feel frustrated or disengaged. This can create a disconnect between the purpose of the alerts and how they are perceived by the public. The coverage also points to the psychology behind reactions to repeated emergency notifications, suggesting that while the alerts are designed to mobilize immediate attention, repeated use can lead some people to question or dismiss them. Overall, the articles present Amber Alerts as lifesaving tools while highlighting concerns that public trust and responsiveness could weaken if alerts become more frequent or feel less aligned with individual expectations.