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SafeCY: How the New Emergency Alert System Will Work – How to Use the App (Video)

Published March 11, 2026, 12:15
SafeCY: How the New Emergency Alert System Will Work – How to Use the App (Video)

Cyprus has announced the launch of sending alerts via the SafeCY application in the event of a security incident, as an additional measure to inform citizens early. The application has been upgraded to send notifications to mobile phones located within a predetermined radius of the incident. The SafeCY alert complements the SMS messaging system, which has limitations regarding location accuracy. The Minister of Interior acknowledged that the measure does not cover citizens who have not installed the application or do not have a smartphone, but reiterated that it is an additional measure that can cover a large number of citizens. The government is committed to implementing targeted actions to address the weaknesses identified in both shelters and the Early Warning System. The new service is part of the political will to evolve civil defense into a modern and comprehensive civil protection system, with the aim of effectively protecting citizens and strengthening the resilience of the population. The SafeCY application is available for installation on mobile phones and provides timely information on emergency incidents.