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During a crisis
In case of a fire, risk, or crisis; we take the ropes and take a step towards the frontline. Through the collaboration of inhabitants, companies, and other emergency actors; we put in effort to return to a safe situation.
What you can do during a crisis
During an emergency situation or disaster, your safety is also in your hands. It is important to understand the situation, to have the skills and knowledge required for action, and to stay informed.
NL-Alert
In the course of disastrous incidents, you might receive an NL-Alert. This is a telephonic message from the government describing the incident and its location. It also states what your plan of action should be and mentions useful information sites.
Sirens
The siren goes off. Is it 12 o’clock on the first Monday of the month? Then there is no need for panic, this is the monthly siren test. Do you hear the siren any other moment of the day? That means danger is ahead. The siren functions as a warning system, it is crucial you remain safe.
Grip escalation levels
GRIP is the Dutch acronym for Coordinated Regional Incident Management Procedure. But how does everyone know what to do? And who is responsible for coordinating the emergency response effort? The GRIP procedure describes exactly who is expected to do what.