What is the Urban Resilience Drill?

A disaster preparedness exercise simulating communication disruptions and training public response and evacuation procedures.

When and where was the drill held?

On April 10 at 2:30 PM in central Taiwan, involving key infrastructure like Taichung Metro.

What should citizens do during the alert?

Stay put and switch to Wi-Fi or landline for internet access if needed.

Was Taichung Metro operating normally?

Yes, but passengers were required to stay inside stations and follow evacuation guidance.

How to make emergency calls during the drill?

Use landlines to dial 110 or 119; mobile networks were intentionally degraded.

First-Ever Resilience Drill Conducted! Central Taiwan Residents Receive Emergency Alert at 2:30 PM – Full Message Details Inside

Published Aug 10, 2026 4:26 PM ・ Updated Aug 10, 2026 5:28 PM ・ 3 min read ・ Source: PR Times

Central Taiwan conducted its first 'Urban Resilience Drill' on April 10 at 2:30 PM, simulating mobile network disruptions due to an air raid on communication infrastructure. Residents received emergency alerts urging them to switch to fixed-line internet or Wi-Fi if online access was needed.

Central Taiwan conducted its first-ever 'Urban Resilience Drill' at 2:30 PM today (10th), carrying out a mobile network slowdown simulation. At the designated time, residents across the region received emergency alerts on their smartphones. The message simulated a scenario in which domestic communication facilities were attacked by airstrikes, causing disruptions to mobile networks, and advised the public to immediately switch to fixed-line internet or indoor Wi-Fi if they needed online access.

Emergency Alert Message Content

The alert read: 'Urban Resilience (Air Defense) Drill Alert: Due to an airstrike on our communication facilities, mobile networks will be affected. If you require internet access, please switch to fixed-line or indoor Wi-Fi. For urgent needs, please prioritize calling 119 or 110 using a landline.'

This message emphasized maintaining emergency communication channels even under extreme conditions.

Pedestrian and Vehicle Control Measures

According to drill regulations, all pedestrian and vehicle movements were subject to full restrictions once the alert was issued. While Taichung Metro continued normal operations across all lines, passengers who disembarked were not allowed to leave the station freely. They were required to remain inside the station and follow guidance from station staff and metro police for evacuation and sheltering procedures.

Additionally, Taichung Metro recommended that passengers use physical credit cards or electronic ticketing cards (such as iPASS or EASYCARD) for smooth entry and exit through turnstiles.

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Source: PR Times
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First-Ever Resilience Drill Conducted! Central Taiwan Residents Receive Emergency Alert at 2:30 PM – Full Message Details Inside

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