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🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

There are orange and yellow alerts for storms and strong winds for this Saturday, March 21: the affected provinces

The National Meteorological Service has issued orange and yellow alerts for storms and strong winds across various provinces in Argentina for Saturday, March 21, indicating dangerous conditions for society and the environment.

Mar 21 • 03:33 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
National & Local

Krasnodar Brings Back Analog Air Raid Sirens Amid Worsening Internet Disruptions

Krasnodar authorities are reinstating analog air raid sirens to alert residents about drone attacks due to mobile internet disruptions affecting official notifications.

Mar 20 • 16:36 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Regarding the flood in Lithuania – the latest message from the services: residents are being warned

Lithuanian emergency services remain on high alert as flood risks increase in certain areas of the country, prompting warnings to residents.

Mar 20 • 12:26 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Evacuation and alert level lifted due to avalanche risk

Authorities have lifted the evacuation order and alert level in response to avalanche risks in the region.

Mar 20 • 00:22 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Alarm in Akrotiri – Sirens sounded

Residents of Akrotiri, Greece, were alerted when security sirens sounded due to an ongoing security threat, instructing them to stay indoors and take cover.

Mar 19 • 15:19 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

What is the Sofía Alert and why is it key to finding missing children

The Sofía Alert is an emergency mechanism launched in Argentina to rapidly assist in the search for missing children, activated in response to the disappearance of a two-year-old girl in Córdoba.

Mar 19 • 12:20 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Southern Storm and Significant Rainfall Across the Country — Roads Closed or Set to Alert Level

A severe storm is affecting southern Iceland, resulting in significant rainfall, road closures, and alerts being issued.

Mar 19 • 00:13 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

On Wednesday, the sound levels of sirens were measured in Tallinn

On Wednesday, Tallinn's emergency services conducted a test of the siren alert system, finding satisfactory sound levels despite concerns about city noise interference.

Mar 18 • 19:30 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Emergency alert cancelled and evacuation lifted in Ísafjörður

The emergency alert in the northwest Westfjords of Iceland has been cancelled, and an evacuation order in Ísafjörður has been lifted, although an uncertainty level remains due to anticipated worsening weather conditions.

Mar 18 • 08:02 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Storms, snow, and extreme heat hit the U.S.: more than 3,000 flights canceled and millions under weather alert

A severe weather system affecting much of the United States has led to over 3,000 flight cancellations, school closures, and alerts for extreme weather conditions impacting millions.

Mar 16 • 17:48 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Warning in Kėdainiai Region: Due to the Rapid Rise of the Nevėžis Water Level – Alert

Authorities have issued a warning to residents in Kėdainiai due to the rising water levels of the Nevėžis River, indicating potential flooding risks.

Mar 15 • 15:50 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Baños and Patate on alert for active land movements: A displacement of 45 centimeters was recorded in the high area of Illuchi over one year

Tungurahua's provincial emergency committee has declared an alert due to significant land movement in Baños and Patate, areas vulnerable to landslides during the rainy season.

Mar 14 • 16:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

TikTok Alert Helps Civil Police Find Teen in Risk Situation in Rondônia

The Civil Police in Rondônia successfully located an at-risk teenager thanks to an Emergency Disclosure Request from TikTok.

Mar 14 • 14:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Ryanair flight in mid-air emergency as fire crews scrambled for 'maximum alert'

A Ryanair flight from Sicily to Milan faced a mid-air emergency due to landing gear issues, prompting a rapid response from fire crews at Milan Malpensa Airport.

Mar 14 • 13:41 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Estonian app tests sound-based emergency alert delivery for the first time

An Estonian app is being tested for sound-based emergency alerts as part of a national readiness effort on March 16.

Mar 13 • 14:59 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Threat to blow up Bihar Assembly, President calls emergency meeting

A bomb threat to the Bihar Assembly in Patna has prompted security forces to go on high alert and conduct thorough searches of the premises.

Mar 13 • 10:41 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Heavy rains of up to 100 mm put Baixada Santista and Vale do Ribeira on severe alert

The Civil Defense of São Paulo state has issued a severe alert for intense rains in the Baixada Santista and Vale do Ribeira regions, forecasting up to 100 mm of rainfall, with Peruíbe and Cananéia already being affected.

Mar 12 • 20:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Gunthorpe fire LIVE: Smoke engulfs Nottinghamshire village in 'avoid area' alert

Firefighters in Nottinghamshire are battling a significant blaze in the village of Gunthorpe, urging locals to avoid the area due to toxic smoke spreading fast.

Mar 12 • 13:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Attendant who received fake pizza order to report domestic violence says sensitivity was key

A woman made a fake pizza order to alert authorities about domestic violence, highlighting the critical role of sensitivity in such emergency responses.

Mar 12 • 12:09 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Severe Weather and Other Disasters: Alarm at 11 AM: Sirens and Warning Apps will be Tested

A test alarm will sound across Bavaria as various warning systems are evaluated to enhance public safety during severe weather and other emergencies.

Mar 12 • 07:44 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Big statement by the Governor of California amid war in Iran... ready for any emergency

California Governor Gavin Newsom stated that the state is alert to security threats related to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, following a warning from the FBI regarding potential Iranian drone attacks.

Mar 12 • 05:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Jundiaí will have warning sirens in risk areas after a more than 200% increase in emergency responses

Jundiaí (SP) is set to install alert sirens for residents in high-risk areas following a significant rise in emergency calls related to natural disasters.

Mar 11 • 19:58 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

A diplomatic vehicle collides with a police car on emergency duty

A diplomatic vehicle, identified as belonging to the Canadian embassy, collided with a police car in alert mode in downtown Helsinki, causing significant damage but no injuries.

Mar 11 • 11:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Tocantins enters orange alert for heavy rains and flood risk, warns Inmet

Tocantins is under orange weather alerts due to anticipated heavy rainfall and flooding risks, prompting emergency declarations in affected municipalities.

Mar 8 • 22:34 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

The judge summons local police and 112 who received the alert about the Santander walkway a day before the collapse that killed six young people

A judge in Santander has called local police and emergency services to testify regarding warnings about a hazardous coastal walkway that collapsed, resulting in six fatalities.

Mar 8 • 11:24 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Brazilian disappears in England after sending emergency alert from cell phone

A Brazilian psychologist named Vitória Figueiredo Barreto has been missing since March 3 after being last seen in Brightlingsea, England, where an emergency alert from her phone was sent moments later.

Mar 7 • 23:21 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Israel: Warning of missiles launched from Iran

The Israeli military has detected missiles launched from Iran and has issued an emergency alert urging citizens to seek shelter.

Mar 7 • 03:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Heavy rain puts the city of SP on alert for flooding this Friday

Heavy rain in São Paulo has prompted a flood alert across the capital as the municipality's emergency management center warns of the potential for flooding and strong winds.

Mar 6 • 15:45 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Woman dead after fire in Fristad

An elderly woman has died following a house fire in Fristad, near Borås, after she managed to alert emergency services about the blaze.

Mar 6 • 14:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Monteiro Lobato will have a siren to alert residents about the risk of landslides and flooding

Monteiro Lobato in São Paulo will install an emergency siren to alert residents of landslide and flooding risks, marking it as the fourth city in the region to receive such a safety measure.

Mar 5 • 17:28 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Dr Amir Khan 'go straight to hospital' alert for anyone with 'this type of headache'

Dr. Amir Khan warns that experiencing a thunderclap headache requires immediate medical attention due to its potential as a sign of serious health issues.

Mar 5 • 10:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Flooding of rivers puts four municipalities in emergency and eight on alert in Amazonas

Four municipalities in Amazonas are in a state of emergency due to flooding, while eight others are under alert, as reported by the state's Civil Defense.

Mar 5 • 08:03 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Babahoyo on red alert due to floods and winter damage

Babahoyo has declared a red alert due to severe flooding and winter-related damages, calling for immediate emergency measures.

Mar 4 • 16:21 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Cyprus: Emergency text message test at 19:00 to all mobile phones - What citizens need to do

The Cypriot government is testing a new emergency alert system that sends text messages to all mobile phone users in the country.

Mar 4 • 15:03 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Alert about avalanche in Åre

An avalanche alert was issued in Åre, leading to a mountain rescue operation, which was later called off due to indications that the avalanche was triggered preventatively.

Mar 4 • 14:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Inmet issues red alert for heavy rains across Piauí this Wednesday (4); see forecast

A red alert for intense rainfall has been issued by Brazil's National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) for the entirety of Piauí, effective until Wednesday night.

Mar 4 • 12:38 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Sirens will sound again across Estonia to test the emergency alert system

On March 18, the Estonian Rescue Board will test the EE-ALARM emergency alert system, activating sirens nationwide for real hazard alert.

Mar 3 • 06:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Landslide puts eight houses at risk and 40 families affected after heavy rains in Belém

A landslide in Belém, Brazil, has endangered eight houses and impacted 40 families following heavy rains, prompting a municipal alert.

Mar 2 • 17:54 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The U.S. Embassy in Cyprus Urges Americans Not to Attend - Announcement of Possible Drone Threat in Paphos

The U.S. Embassy in Cyprus has issued a warning regarding a potential threat from a drone in the Paphos area, advising American citizens to remain alert and avoid visiting the embassy unless it's an emergency.

Mar 2 • 12:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

INMET issues red alert for 'accumulated rain' for 26 cities in Northern and Northwestern MG

INMET has issued a red alert for extreme rainfall accumulation affecting 26 cities in Northern and Northwestern Minas Gerais.

Mar 1 • 20:50 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

When the Typhoons Howl, We Must Talk About What is Important

The article discusses Norway's preparedness for potential military threats and the recent errors in emergency warnings during heightened alert due to international tensions.

Mar 1 • 18:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Did it ring? Cellphones in SC receive alert simultaneous with the start of Brazil's largest disaster drill

Residents of Santa Catarina received an emergency alert on their cellphones as they participated in Brazil's largest disaster drill.

Mar 1 • 15:13 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Emergency meeting of Dendias for the war in Iran - Security measures and forces on alert

Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias convened an emergency meeting to assess developments in Iran and the broader Middle East, ensuring all necessary security protocols are in place.

Mar 1 • 08:22 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

BBC Breakfast interrupted as Naga Munchetty forced to step in over safety concern

During a live broadcast, Naga Munchetty interrupted her co-star Jon Donnison when an emergency alert sounded, expressing concern for his safety while reporting on escalating tensions in the Middle East.

Feb 28 • 09:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Is Israel on alert after the attack on Iran?

Israel has declared a state of emergency following airstrikes on Iran, with heightened tensions and alerts across the country.

Feb 28 • 07:36 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Škoda will warn drivers about approaching vehicles with flashing lights

Škoda cars will soon be equipped to alert drivers to approaching emergency vehicles with flashing lights.

Feb 28 • 05:35 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Alert of a major building fire in Mänttä-Vilppula

Emergency services in Pirkanmaa have responded to a major building fire in Mänttä-Vilppula, where nearly thirty rescue units have been dispatched to the scene.

Feb 27 • 16:42 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

IL: Night alerts from elderly care home not heard for over a year – elderly person alerted for help 11 times and died

A new alert system at an elderly care home in Espoo, Finland, failed to notify staff for over a year, resulting in a resident's death after multiple emergency calls went unheard.

Feb 27 • 15:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Rain floods streets, closes bridge, and leaves cities on alert in ES; see videos

Severe rainfall in Espírito Santo, Brazil, has caused flooding, disrupted traffic, and led to bridge closures, prompting a state of emergency.

Feb 27 • 11:01 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Live: New alert system renews calls for action on disaster roaming services

Independent MP Helen Haines is advocating for the implementation of disaster roaming services following the launch of a new emergency messaging system by the federal government.

Feb 26 • 20:17 UTC

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