Norway reinstates bomb shelter mandate amid rising tensions
Norway plans to reinstate the requirement for building bomb shelters in new structures. This decision stems from concerns about Russian aggression in Ukraine.
The Norwegian government announced its intention to reintroduce the requirement for constructing bomb shelters in new buildings. This move responds to growing worries over Russia's actions in Ukraine.
There’s more uncertainty around us. We must take care of the civilian population, in case of a ‘worst-case scenario’ with war or armed attack," said the Minister of Public Security, Emilie Enger Mehl, in an interview with the public broadcaster NRK.
The requirement for building shelters was previously enforced but was abandoned in 1998. Now, amidst rising tensions, Norway seeks to reintroduce this mandate.
Norway: The requirement for building shelters will be restored
According to Polsat News, new regulations will require shelters to be built with buildings larger than 10,764 square feet.
The government proposes two types of shelters: those designed to protect against chemical and radioactive weapons and those intended to withstand attacks with conventional weapons.
Shelters should include various equipment, such as water supply and sanitation facilities. It's also necessary to install toilets and other sanitary equipment. An emergency power supply should be ensured in case of power grid damage, emphasized Mehl.
These proposals will be included in a readiness report that contains over 100 recommendations aimed at strengthening Norway in case of war, extreme weather conditions, or pandemics.
Polsat News emphasizes that Norwegians, who share a border with Russia, are particularly concerned about Putin's aggressive policies.
