"Initial Announcement for the National Warning Day 2025"
On September 11, 2025, Germany conducted a Nationwide Emergency Drill as part of its Civil Defense Day. The Federal Office for Civil Protection and Disaster Assistance (FOBCDA) spearheaded the event, which aimed to test technical systems for warning and raise awareness among the German population.
The Modular Warning System (MoWaS) was at the heart of the drill. This system is used by disaster prevention authorities in Baden-Württemberg and other regions to warn the population. In 2024, authorities in Baden-Württemberg issued a total of 264 warning messages via MoWaS. These messages were disseminated through various channels, including apps like NINA, KATWARN, BIWAPP, regional warning apps, Cell Broadcast, radio and television stations, newspaper editorial offices, online services, digital city information boards, and some transport companies.
The event tested the warning systems' efficiency via MoWaS. The system is also connected to sirens, which will be added in the future. Interior Minister Thomas Strobl stated that the event brought the topic of warning the population into focus. He also emphasized the importance of familiarity with emergency warning systems for the population's ability to react effectively in an emergency.
The FOBCDA is encouraging the population to share their experiences and perceptions in a survey conducted until September 18, 2025. Every response to the survey helps improve the warning infrastructure in Germany. The survey is accessible via an internet site, and contact information for the Citizen's Representative of the Ministry of the Interior, for Digitalization and Communities, as well as the Press Office, is available online.
The authorities will evaluate the Nationwide Civil Defense Day. However, it's important to note that the exact authority that analyzed the number of warning messages disseminated via MoWaS in recent years is not explicitly specified in the search results, and the exact year with the highest number of warnings is not stated either.
Despite these gaps, the Nationwide Emergency Drill serves as a significant step towards enhancing Germany's emergency warning systems. The FOBCDA remains committed to ensuring the population is well-informed and prepared for any potential emergencies.
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