A brief alarm siren will be tested in central Riga this Friday between 12:30 and 2:30 PM, according to the State Fire and Rescue Service (VUGD). The test will take place on Krišjāņa Barona Street. Residents in the area should not be alarmed by the sound. The VUGD conducts periodic siren tests to ensure the functionality of the city’s emergency alert system. This particular test is a routine check of the equipment. Further details about the exact timing within the specified window were not provided. The purpose is to confirm the system is working effectively for potential emergency situations.