On Tuesday at 11:30, the Rescue Board will send test alerts. These will be sent via the "Eesti äpp" and "Ole valmis!" apps. The test alerts are intended to check the functionality of the apps. Other emergency alert channels will not be used.
The test alerts will indicate that it is a test. There is no actual danger. Recipients of the alert do not need to take any action.
Emergency alerts in Estonia are available through two apps. The first app is "Eesti äpp". It provides access to state services and documents. The second app is "Ole valmis!". It provides guidance in various crisis situations.
To receive emergency alerts, the apps must be enabled on the phone. The EE-ALARM system will quickly send a notification if there is a danger to many people.
The EE-ALARM channels are tested periodically. This helps ensure the reliability of the system and plan further developments.
The alert text sent via the apps is in three languages: Estonian, English, and Russian. The announcement begins with the words "TEST! TEST! TEST!".