Komi authorities told why they scared the population with sirens in cities
The activation of siren sounds in the cities of the Komi Republic was due to a technical failure, RIA Novosti reports citing information received from the regional government.
Earlier it was reported that in several cities of the Komi Republic on Friday evening the sounds of an alarm siren were suddenly heard. Regional media and Telegram channels reported that the sounds of sirens were heard in cities such as Syktyvkar, Ukhta and Vorkuta.
The authorities of the Komi Republic in their message referred to the regional committee for civil defense and emergency situations .
“The reason for turning on the siren is a technical failure,” the message says.
The authorities also say they are conducting an investigation into what happened.