Federal Warning Day in Hanover: New sirens for the first time in the test
Federal Warning Day in Hanover: New sirens for the first time in the test
Hannover (ots)
The Hanover fire brigade is currently busy installing a new siren network that will be tested on September 12th. For the first time, 80 of the planned 112 sirens in the urban area will be activated for this federal warning. This test is an important step in order to be able to warn the population effectively in an emergency in the future. All sirens should then be in operation by the end of the year.
dr. Axel von der Ohe, Hanover's first city council, emphasizes that the investment in the new warning systems is a reaction to the growing threats from geopolitical crises and natural disasters. "It is crucial that we have a reliable and modern warning mix to ensure the security of our citizens," said of the Ohe.
unusual noises and necessary clarification
Christoph Bahlmann, director of the Hanover fire brigade, warns that the loud warning signals could be unusual for many citizens and may also cause uncomfortable memories. It is all the more important that the population is comprehensively informed about the test in advance. Only if the technology is checked regularly can it be used effectively in an emergency.
The siren signals consist of striking, swelling and decongestant tones. These are designed in such a way that they cannot be ignored and create an effective warning and alarm effect. The upcoming test is played with a one -minute mothon, although the sirens can be released in a time delay. It is planned that the sirens will be heard annually on the nationwide warning day to ensure the operational readiness.
The financing of the siren network amounts to around 5 million euros, of which around 1.16 million euros are supported by funding from the state of Lower Saxony. The new sirens are installed on urban land or buildings to guarantee a wide range of warning.
In addition to this siren system, the state capital of Hanover also relies on a variety of other warning funds. These include modern warning apps, the Cell Broadcast system, speaker cars as well as information about internet platforms, radio, television and digital city display boards. This variety of communication channels increases the likelihood that people will be warned quickly and effectively in an emergency.This year's Federal Warning Day will take place on September 12th from 11 a.m. In addition to the siren tests, a trial warning is also sent out on the modular warning system of the federal government. In addition, warnings are sent directly to mobile phone users, which is known as Cell Broadcast. At 11.45 a.m. the all -clear, which takes place, among other things, through a one -minute lasting tone of the sirens. However, for technical reasons, it is currently not possible to send the all -clear via Cell Broadcast.
The need for a functioning siren network is particularly apparent when you look at the past history. Until the early 1990s there was a comprehensive siren system in Hanover, with around 180 sirens. However, these were completely broken down for cost reasons. The expansion of the new siren network thus represents a significant step in security policy.
The website of the Hanover fire brigade is available for further information on the new siren network. Residents can download a flyer there in different languages to find out more about the project.