On October 24, a persistent beep will resonate on the mobile phones of individuals residing in Tenerife. This is a trial of the ES-Alert system, a tool designed for extensive notification to the public during emergencies, which has already been assessed in other parts of the Archipelago.
This initiative forms part of the efforts by the General Directorate of Emergencies to ensure that citizens are adequately prepared for potential disasters.
The ES-Alert system is a component of the National Civil Protection System that enables alerts to be sent directly to residents’ mobile devices in the event of calamities such as fires, floods, volcanic eruptions, or severe weather conditions without requiring any application installation or registration.
Its aim is to supplement traditional communication methods for notifying citizens in affected areas, such as evacuation announcements, media coverage, or social media, by providing clear and prompt guidance on how to ensure their safety during emergencies. This strategy is intended to enhance the response and safeguard residents in critical circumstances.
This system was utilized last year during the forest fires in Tenerife and La Palma, illustrating its effectiveness.
In pursuit of optimal functionality, the General Emergency Directorate has conducted regular tests across nearly all the islands to help the population become acquainted with this new tool.
On October 9, 112 Canarias convened a coordination meeting with the press offices of local councils and the Cabildo of Tenerife to ensure comprehensive dissemination of the drill, facilitating public awareness of the system.
