Yesterday’s siren test is being hailed a success with 99% working well. essages.
The same result as last year - but the year before, the figure was 98% - which was considered problematic.
There are 5,000 fixed sirens and a further 2,200 mobile units.
The test is run by the Federal Office for the Protection of the Population.
At the same time, anyone who had downloaded the AlertSuisse app also received test m
Fire council faces investigation
Prosecutors investigating the Crans-Montana fire are now turning their attention to members of the municipal council.
A1 widening off the table
The transport minister Albert Rösti has made his priorities clear - and widening the A1 between Lausanne and Geneva is not happening anytime soon.
Is skiing now too exclusive?
Is skiing now an exclusive sport?
Aldi now to close flagship store
What’s happening with the discount supermarket Aldi in Switzerland?
Fake officers attach car dealers
Suspected fake police officers have been arrested after a series of violent robberies at autoroute service areas.
Punk fest this weekend - with a major headliner
This weekend is shaping up loud and fast in Geneva. The 5th edition of Recluses Fest kicks off tonight and Saturday at the Alhambra, with the first wave of concerts and a seriously international punk-rock lineup.
