Sirens
In what situations are sirens used to trigger alerts?
Sirens are used to warn the population in the event of danger. They can be activated locally or nationwide depending on the nature of the event. Sirens are tested monthly, on the first Monday of the month at noon.
Siren warnings include several different warning tones.
| Listen | Signal | Signal type | What to do |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listen to the signal (Mpeg) |
_______ 60 s |
Monthly test Continuous tone |
No action required. |
|
_______ 2 min |
Warning signal Continuous tone |
Get to safety and stay informed (via official warning channels and the media). Follow the authorities' instructions. | |
| Listen to the signal (Mpeg) |
mmmm 60 s |
Nationalwide alarm signal Rising and falling tone |
Seek shelter as soon as possible in a sturdy building, with all doors and windows closed. |
|
m m m m 12s 12s 12s 60 s |
End of alarm Rising/falling tone with pauses |
The risk has passed. Return to normal activities. |
However, more detailed information regarding the situation in question will be disseminated via Cell Broadcast (CB), the "LU-Alert" mobile app, the website www.lu-alert.lu, other government websites, and the media.
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The LU-Alert mobile app
With the “LU-Alert” app, you can follow all the alerts and information issued by the public authorities via the national warning and information system for the population (LU-Alert).
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