Germany Develops App to Locate Bunkers Amid Rising Tensions

Germany is developing an app that will allow citizens to quickly locate nearby bunkers in the event of an attack. This initiative is part of a broader civil defense effort, which also includes adapting underground train stations, parking structures, and basements into emergency shelters. The new proposals come as Germany seeks to bolster its preparedness amid escalating geopolitical tensions in Europe.

Recent reports highlighted that the push for enhanced civil defense comes alongside concerns raised since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022. For example, Reuters noted on November 25, 2024, that Germany is expanding its civilian shelter strategy, while International Women in Berlin reported on December 1, 2024, that the plan includes a bunker locator app alongside the repurposing of existing infrastructure for emergency use.