- New direct communication tool to receive real-time weather and security alerts.
- The launch coincides with the celebration of the service's 28th anniversary and Canary Islands Day.
- It is a completely free and anonymous channel that guarantees user privacy.
- It includes regular self-protection advice and guidelines for action in risky situations.
The islands' emergency services are celebrating twice over. Coinciding with its 28th anniversary and the regional holiday, the CECOES 112 has decided to modernize itself a bit more. to be where everyone is today: on their mobile phoneStarting this Friday, citizens can join their new broadcast channel on WhatsApp, a tool that aims to expedite the delivery of important announcements without unnecessary delays or waiting.
Under the slogan '112 Canarias, now also in your chats', this digital initiative is not just a technological whim, but a direct and rapid communication strategy So that everyone in the archipelago knows what's happening in real time. This is a logical step after almost three decades of uninterrupted operation of the coordinating center, which began operating back in 1998 to ensure the safety of all residents and visitors.
What kind of information will be sent directly to our phones?
This isn't a group for chatting with other users, but rather a one-way channel where emergency experts will post what really matters. Among the updates that can be expected regularly are the following: Warnings for adverse weather phenomena such as haze, heavy rain, or gusts of wind that could endanger people's safety. It's a way to have official information always at hand without having to search for updates on external social media.
In addition to purely weather-related alerts, the channel will be used to disseminate self-protection guidelines and safety recommendations In the event of accidents or critical situations, the main idea is for people to know how to react proactively, significantly improving the culture of civil protection across all the islands. Ultimately, it is a public service that adapts to changing times so that no one is left behind when a major unforeseen event occurs.
Privacy guaranteed and a very simple registration process
One of the issues that most often concerns users is the processing of their personal data, but here they wanted to make it clear that Registration is completely anonymous and doesn't cost a single euro.Since this is a broadcast channel and not a conventional messaging group, your phone number will not be visible to other followers or the service administrators. It's a very secure way to stay informed without compromising your privacy at any time.
For those who aren't too tech-savvy, the process It's foolproof and extremely intuitive. It's for everyone. Just click on the official link provided by the organization or scan the QR code shared on their social media profiles. Once inside the messaging app, simply tap the follow button, usually located in the top right corner of the screen. No registration or additional software downloads are required.
How to set up alerts so you don't miss anything
If you join the channel but leave it muted, you'll likely find out what's happening too late. For this reason, 112 Canarias strongly recommends activate the notification bell iconIn this way, the device will emit an audible alert every time relevant information is published, ensuring that the message arrives instantly and that action can be taken quickly if the situation requires it.
This digital rollout, which reports directly to the Regional Ministry of Territorial Policy, Territorial Cohesion and Water, complements the work the agency already carries out on other platforms such as Instagram and X. The center's director, Moisés Sánchez, emphasized that this channel It was created to be much closer to peopleOffering useful and clear information that fits perfectly in the palm of your hand, taking advantage of the application that almost everyone uses daily to talk to family.
This new contact channel marks a significant milestone in the history of an organization that has been responsible for the safety of the Canary Islands since the late 1990s. With a focus on prevention and immediate response, the official 112 channel is positioned as an indispensable tool for staying up to date fire information, weather alerts and basic survival tips, all without technical complications and with the reliability provided by an official source of the regional government.