Why are the only options dismiss or ignore? Another option is to raise the message to your boss asking what to do.

If there is a fire and a risk to life, you don't want any delay.

Then don't send an email? Emails are async in the first place.

Sometimes it's the only thing you have available. Like IDK during a fire in a basement server room, where the only connected device available is a laptop with wired connection and an open inbox.

Because you know, you tried IM but "sekhurity reasons" demanded passkeys or 2FA with your phone that's not connected. Sorry, getting off-topic here.