“This is ___ of the emergency …” Crossword Clue

 The answer to the crossword clue "This is ___ of the emergency ..." is ATEST.

This clue appeared in the New York Times crossword puzzle on September 20, 2023. It is a play on the phrase "this is a test of the emergency broadcast system."

The word "atest" is not a real word, but it is a clever way to make a crossword clue more challenging. It is also a reminder that we should always be prepared for emergencies.