Kuwait Ministry of Interior activates cellular alert system

2026-03-26 - 18:42

The Kuwaiti Ministry of Interior announced on Thursday the activation of the National Emergency Alert System using cellular broadcasting technology. In a press release, the ministry said that the messages sent via this system are based on field assessments and precise security indicators, which are constantly monitored by concerned authorities. It urged people to take these messages seriously and follow relevant guidelines and instructions in order to ensure public safety. The ministry elaborated that these alerts are meant to enable relevant authorities to take swift preventative measures to keep public safety, underlining that it is essential to immediately seek shelter upon receiving the alert and to keep away from windows and open areas. – Kuna