Today, the Estonian Rescue Services Agency, together with its partners, tested the nationwide public warning system EE-ALARM. As part of the exercise, the siren network was activated during the afternoon, notifications were sent via the Eesti app and the “Ole valmis!” mobile application, and public warning text banners were displayed on ERR channels.
October is Civil Protection Month, and on Wednesday, October 14, the Estonian Rescue Services Agency, together with its partners, will conduct a test of the EE-ALARM public warning system, including the activation of sirens. Numerous institutions and businesses across Estonia will practise sheltering procedures, and everyone is encouraged to review their knowledge of sheltering.
Today, the Estonian Rescue Services Agency, together with partners, tested the nationwide public warning system EE-ALARM. During the test, the siren network was activated in the afternoon, notifications were sent via the Eesti app and the “Ole valmis!” mobile application, and ticker messages were displayed on ERR channels.
Today, the Rescue Services, together with partners, is testing the comprehensive public warning system EE-ALARM. Across Estonia, government authorities, local authorities and businesses are practising how to respond in crisis situations. On the test day, Rescue Services encourages people to think about their own and their family’s ability to cope in different emergencies.
The state uses EE‑ALARM public warning channels to notify the public about various hazards, including air threats, providing details of the specific risk along with initial guidance on how to respond. The channels used depend on the nature and urgency of the threat. Let’s review the key recommendations and guidance on how to act in the event of an EE‑ALARM alert.