Germany Prepares for Statewide Emergency Siren Tests on March 13
The annual Warntag will test warning systems across multiple states, including NRW and Rheinland-Pfalz, to improve public preparedness for emergencies.
- The Warntag will take place on Thursday, March 13, with sirens sounding at designated times in cities like Bochum, Bad Dürkheim, and Neustadt.
- In North Rhine-Westphalia, sirens will sound at 11:00 AM, accompanied by alerts via apps like NINA and KATWARN, Cell Broadcast systems, and public announcement vehicles.
- Rheinland-Pfalz will conduct its first state-level Warntag, with sirens and warning systems tested at 10:00 AM and an all-clear signal at 10:45 AM.
- The initiative aims to assess the functionality of warning systems and educate the public on how to respond to emergency alerts effectively.
- Several regions have upgraded their siren networks, including new installations and features like backup power and voice announcements for clearer communication.
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