The Latvian National Armed Forces will introduce a two-tier cell broadcast alert system starting 23 May to notify the public about potential or confirmed air threats in Latvian airspace.

The Latvian National Armed Forces will operate two alert levels under the new system. A Yellow Alert serves as an informational notification indicating a potential threat in Latvian airspace, requiring no immediate action from residents. An Orange Alert is issued when a threat has been confirmed, directing residents to take immediate protective measures.

Under an Orange Alert, residents are instructed to seek shelter indoors, follow the two-wall principle, monitor official announcements, and call 112 if they observe a low-flying or suspicious object. Alerts can be upgraded from yellow to orange or downgraded from orange to yellow depending on changes in the threat level.

The cell broadcast system is part of Latvia’s national early warning infrastructure, allowing authorities to rapidly reach the public during security emergencies. Residents are encouraged to review safety guidelines available at sargs.lv and 112.lv ahead of the system’s activation.

Further updates will be communicated through the Latvian National Armed Forces’ social media channels. The initiative was prepared by the Ministry of the Interior Strategic Communication Department.

Source: National Armed Forces of Latvia. Read the original (published 2026-11-10).