Two-Tier Cell Broadcast Alerts to Be Used in the Event of Air Threats

Starting from 23 May, the Latvian National Armed Forces will introduce a two-tier cell broadcast alert system to inform the public about potential air threats or situations requiring immediate action. 

The Latvian National Armed Forces will use two levels of cell broadcast alerts to notify the public:

Yellow Alert – an informational notification that does not require immediate action but advises residents to remain aware of a potential threat in Latvian airspace.

Orange Alert – a notification issued when a threat has been detected in Latvian airspace, requiring residents to take immediate action in accordance with the instructions provided.

To prepare for potential air threats and understand the appropriate safety measures, residents are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the safety guidelines available at sargs.lv and 112.lv.

Depending on changes in the threat level, cell broadcast alerts may be upgraded from yellow to orange or downgraded from orange to yellow.

The cell broadcast system is one of Latvia's national early warning tools, enabling authorities to rapidly inform the public about security risks and the actions required during emergencies.

Yellow Alert

POTENTIAL AIR THREAT

BE PREPARED!

The Latvian National Armed Forces inform the public of a potential threat in Latvian airspace.

No further action is required at this time. If the situation changes, you will receive a cell broadcast notification with instructions on the necessary actions.

POTENTIAL AIR THREAT HAS ENDED

The Latvian National Armed Forces inform the public that the potential threat in Latvian airspace has ended.

Orange Alert

AIR THREAT

TAKE ACTION!

The Latvian National Armed Forces inform the public that a threat has been detected in Latvian airspace.

Seek shelter indoors and follow the two-wall principle. Monitor official announcements. If you notice a low-flying or suspicious object, do not approach it and call 112.

You will be notified when the threat has ended.

AIR THREAT HAS ENDED

The Latvian National Armed Forces inform the public that the threat in Latvian airspace has ended.

Further information will be provided through the Latvian National Armed Forces' social media accounts, “Latvijas armija”.

Media Contacts:

Ministry of the Interior
Strategic Communication Department

Email: prese@iem.gov.lv
Phone: +371 27877390

Latvian National Armed Forces
Joint Headquarters
Communication Division, Information Analysis and Management Department

Email: prese@mil.lv
Phone: +371 25710446

State Fire and Rescue Service
Public Education and Information Section, Prevention Department

Email: prese@vugd.gov.lv
Phone: +371 29468106