The Danish government and local municipalities have agreed to conduct a joint review of the nation’s bomb shelters, assessing their capacity and condition. This decision comes amid growing concerns about the current threat landscape and the need to ensure a continued focus on civil protection.

While the financial agreement outlining the review was presented on Tuesday, details regarding the budget allocated for the inspection, or potential renovations, have not been disclosed. The agreement emphasizes the importance of evaluating the existing bomb shelter infrastructure.

Currently, Denmark has the capacity to shelter 3.6 million people in security and bomb shelters. However, recent data does not provide insights into the actual condition of these shelters or their readiness for use.

Municipalities are typically responsible for maintaining and operating public bomb shelters. A portion of these shelters are located in privately owned buildings.

Emergency Management Minister Torsten Schack Pedersen declined an interview. The Minister stated that on Wednesday, political stakeholders involved in emergency preparedness discussions will receive information on specific initiatives, including plans for the comprehensive review of the country’s bomb shelters.