Residents in Võrumaa received an alert from the Defence Forces early on a Saturday morning, as part of a nationwide test of a new safety notification application. According to reports, the Defence Forces issued the warning via the EE-ALARM system at approximately 3:00 AM. The alert specifically cautioned the public regarding a potential aerial threat originating from drones within Võrumaa.

Confirmation of receiving this warning was also reported by the North Coast region. This exercise tested the reliability and reach of the emergency communication system across multiple counties. Furthermore, sources confirmed that the warning signal was successfully received in the Ida-Virumaa region, demonstrating the system’s capacity to cover a broad geographical area spanning the entire eastern section of the country.

The drill underscores the ongoing efforts to enhance civil defense capabilities by ensuring that residents can be promptly notified of potential security hazards, such as aerial threats. The coordinated testing across different localities, including the confirmation received in the Ida-Virumaa area, validates the operational readiness of the new warning protocols. The primary objective of the exercise was to familiarize the public with the alert mechanisms and ensure the prompt dissemination of critical safety

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