In preparation for the upcoming 2025 Urban Resilience (Air-Defense) Exercises, scheduled to take place regionally from July 15 to 18, the Ministry of the Interior (MOI) has released a new English-language infographic to help foreign nationals understand how to respond quickly and appropriately during an air-raid alarm.
To ensure this critical information reaches international residents, the National Police Agency has instructed local governments to strengthen outreach efforts prior to the drills. The infographic will also be shared widely through social media platforms, multilingual materials, and community-based channels. These efforts aim to raise public awareness, promote preparedness, and foster a safe and inclusive environment for all.
According to the MOI, the infographic was developed based on international best practices and features clear visuals and simple, actionable guidance for different scenarios:
Indoors: Stay away from windows and exterior walls, protect your head, and move to a lower floor if possible.
Outdoors: Enter the nearest building immediately or take cover under structures such as underpasses or culverts.
In a vehicle: Lower your body below window level to reduce exposure to blast waves and flying debris.
If immediate access to shelter is not possible, individuals are advised to lower their posture, move away from the blast source, and protect their head. They should wait for a safe moment before moving to minimize the risk of injury.
The MOI emphasized that every second counts once an air-raid alarm is issued. Being familiar with basic sheltering actions and knowing the locations of nearby shelters can make a critical difference in protecting oneself and loved ones during emergencies.
This infographic not only serves as a valuable resource for foreign residents, but also as a practical tool for government agencies and private organizations conducting drills and public education efforts. It is part of the MOI’s broader commitment to strengthening Taiwan’s emergency preparedness and building a more resilient society.
