Don't panic if you hear sirens sounding, this is a test! Indeed, three Public Alert and Information System (SAIP) sirens will be installed on the territory of Saint-Martin, between May 17 and 20, 2022, by the company EIFFAGE. This first phase of installation will enable the districts of Marigot, Quartier d'Orléans and Grand-Case to be equipped with SAIP sirens.
On the day of the reception of the installations, the sirens will sound a first cycle. Recognizable thanks to a rising and falling sound, the alert signal connects three cycles of this ringtone separated by 5-second intervals. In a real situation, upon hearing it, the population must apply reflex safeguard behaviors such as getting to safety and keeping themselves informed.
What are the characteristics of the signals?
Monthly trials: 1 sequence of 1 minute and 41 seconds on the first Wednesday of each month at noon;
Alert signal: 3 sequences of 1 minute and 41 seconds, separated by a silence;
All-clear signal: 30 second continuous sound
It is useful to know that tests will be carried out monthly, in order to ensure the maintenance of the proper functioning of the Alert and Population Information Systems (SAIP). As in mainland France, it will be the first Wednesday of each month, at noon.
Reminder on general instructions behavior in the event of an alert
At the signal, you must:
> Immediately go to an enclosed room, preferably without a window, carefully blocking it if possible. openings (slots, doors, vents, chimneys, etc.)
> Stop air conditioning, heating and ventilation
> Listen to the radio
What you should not do :
> Stay in your vehicle;
> Pick up children from school (teachers are trained to ensure their safety)
> Call (the networks must remain available for the emergency services)
> Stay close to the windows
> Open the windows to find out what's going on outside
> Light any flame (risk of explosion)
> Leaving your shelter without instructions from the authorities
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