Nationwide alarm day on 12th September - Mobile sirens to be activated for the first time in Bremen on that date
On September 12, 2025, Germany will host a nationwide emergency drill as part of the military exercise series, Quadriga 2025. The primary objective of this exercise is to simulate real-life logistical and support services for military forces during deployments. It will also test new technologies such as drone defense and advanced medical evacuation kits.
The drill underscores Germany's commitment to a whole-nation approach to modern defense, integrating civilian authorities, police, and private companies. It demonstrates Germany's evolving role as a NATO logistical hub, capable of hosting and deploying large numbers of Allied soldiers in an emergency. Simultaneously, national exercises will take place in Poland and Lithuania to signal NATO unity and collective defense readiness.
The exercise will involve extensive transport of personnel and materiel throughout Germany, requiring extensive coordination. Civilian service providers will play a significant role in Convoy Support Centers, marking a change in defense planning. Although exact regional impacts are not detailed, the nationwide scale indicates that multiple areas will participate in supporting this extensive military simulation.
In the city of Bremen, four mobile sirens will be deployed for the first time. These sirens will be stationed in Bürgerweide, Überseestadt, and two locations in the university area. During the drill, messages will be broadcast on radio and television, and warning apps like NINA will be triggered. The population will also be alerted through sirens and digital billboards.
In real warning cases, the sirens can be moved to different areas, and mobile sirens can fill a gap in areas where there are no permanently installed sirens or if they fail. The emergency drill is intended to remind the population of the importance of taking warnings about spreading dangers seriously.
The fire departments in Bremen and Bremerhaven will inform citizens on social channels. In Bremerhaven, not only will the sirens sound, but the church bells will also ring during the emergency drill. An all-clear signal will be given at 11:45 a.m. It is recommended to inform relatives and close contacts to avoid unnecessary alarms during the emergency drill.
The survey participation period ends on September 19 at 24:00. From the emergency drill until September 19 at 24:00, it is possible to participate in a survey at www.warntag-umfrage.de. The survey results are essential for evaluating the emergency drill and improving the warning system.
Last year, the cooperation of individual warning systems reached 96% of the population. The emergency drill is distinct from separate NATO emergency exercises in other countries occurring around the same dates but with different focuses.
It is advised to prepare for the nationwide warning via various information channels. Additional information, in different languages, is available online at www.bundesweiter-warntag.de. The photo for this article is by PhelineHanke.
- The nationwide emergency drill in Germany reflects the country's commitment to integrating not only military forces but also civilian authorities, police, and private companies in politics, signifying a broader approach to modern defense.
- Extensive general-news covers the emergency drill occurring in Germany, Poland, and Lithuania, with each nation testing their defense capabilities and logistics, as well as collaboration with civilian service providers.
