Nationwide warning day: Siren test on September 12th at 11 a.m

Nationwide warning day: Siren test on September 12th at 11 a.m

On Thursday, September 12, 2024, things will be exciting again in Schnaittenbach, because the nationwide warning day starts at 11:00 a.m. This special day is not only a test run for the warning systems, but also an important opportunity to inform the population about the importance of siren signals. At 11:00 a.m. there will be a rising and falling tone that will be heard for one minute, followed by an all-clear at 11:45 a.m.

The Nationwide Warning Day is a joint initiative by the federal, state and local governments that takes place every year on the second Thursday in September. On this day, the functionality of the warning systems is checked to ensure that they work reliably in an emergency.

What can citizens expect?

During the warning day, a test warning in the form of a warning text is sent to all connected warning multipliers of the modular warning system (MoWaS). These include, among other things, radio stations and app servers. These multipliers are responsible for forwarding the warning to various devices such as televisions, radios and smartphones. This means that citizens can both read and hear the warning.

In addition, local warning devices such as loudspeakers or sirens are also activated in the participating districts and municipalities. This ensures that the alert reaches areas where digital media may not be available. At 11:45 a.m. the all-clear will be broadcast via the same channels through which the warning was previously disseminated. However, no all-clear signal is currently being offered via cell broadcast, as the mobile network operators are still examining this possibility.

For further information about the test alarm and the importance of the warning systems, interested citizens can State Ministry website visit. There you will find comprehensive details and explanations about what will happen on the warning day.