Alarms and behaviour guidelines

2. Instructions in case of a general alarm

The general alarm consists of wavering sound for one minute.

For who

The instructions in the event of a general alarm apply to the entire population of Geneva.
 

Instructions

In the event of a general alarm, instructions are the following :

  1. Stay inside, shut all doors and windows, turn off all ventilation systems.
  2. Keep informed (listen to local media and/or refer to instructions issued on the smartphone app Alertswiss). These resources ensure broadcasting of information to the public 24 hours a day.
  3. Follow the instructions provided by the authorities.
  4. Inform your neighbours.
General Alarm Behaviour

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Last updated
25 February 2025

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