Private customers Corporate banking Register You are here: Westfälische Provinzial / Service / Loss prevention / Municipal warning system KATWARN The communal warning and information system for the population Major fire - bomb found - chemical accident Timely warning and clear instructions are the best protection in the event of major accidents, extreme weather events and other disasters. In order to provide the population with instructions on how to behave in such situations, Fraunhofer FOKUS developed the KATWARN early warning system on behalf of public insurers. It enables the fire brigade and disaster control to issue appropriate warnings at an early stage. Citizens who use KATWARN receive warnings in the event of danger with information on their individually registered whereabouts (postcode area). KATWARN currently uses the widely used information channels SMS, email and smartphone app. The system is currently only available in the Herford and Paderborn districts. It makes sense to register if you live or work in these circles. The Westphalian Provincial declares KATWARN A video is not displayed here By clicking on the "Agree" button, you consent to your personal data being processed by YouTube in third countries outside the EU and EEA, even if these third countries do not have an adequate level of data protection according to EU standards. Further information on data transfer through YouTube can be found here . You can revoke your consent at any time with future effect. Agree More information How can I use KATWARN? KATWARN ist in vielen deutschen Großstädten in Betrieb, wie z.B. Hamburg, Berlin und München. Auch wenn Ihr Kreis oder Ihre kreisfreie Stadt KATWARN nicht eingeführt hat, so können Sie die KATWARN-App nutzen und erhalten hierüber Warnungen vor extremen Wetterereignissen durch den Deutschen Wetterdienst. Befinden Sie sich zeitweise in einem Gebiet, das KATWARN eingeführt hat, so erhalten Sie Dank der „Schutzengelfunktion“ eine Warnung auch über andere Gefahren. Neben dem aktuellen Standort können Sie in der KATWARN-App bis zu sieben zusätzliche Orte eingeben. Wichtige Hinweise KATWARN kann technisch keine hundertprozentige Zustellsicherheit der Warnungen gewährleisten. Insbesondere bei Störungen des Mobilfunknetzes, des Internets oder der Stromversorgung ist mit Ausfällen zu rechnen. KATWARN does not replace the local instructions of authorities, police or emergency services in a dangerous situation, these must be followed. In principle, any warranty or liability claims arising from the use of KATWARN are excluded. More information at www.katwarn.de Important insurance Private liability insurance Household insurance Homeowners Insurance Car insurance Accident insurance GarantRente Vario Riester pension Important services Customer portal - Meine Provinzial Damage report Live chat Data and contract changes Contact the Provincial Weather services Proven Quality about us IMPRINT DATA PROTECTION LICENSE INFORMATION COOKIE SETTINGS © COPYRIGHT PROVINZIAL 2021 Contact Consultant search Your settings on our website I consent to my personal data being transmitted to third-party providers using cookies for statistical and marketing purposes (including Google Analytics) and for the use of social media. In this context, I also consent to my personal data being processed in third countries outside the EU and the EEA, even if these third countries do not have a sufficient level of data protection according to EU standards. In particular, there is a risk that your data may be processed by foreign authorities for control and / or monitoring purposes, possibly even without the possibility of redress. Further information on the risks associated with data transfers to third countries can be foundat this link . The cookie settings can be individually adjusted by clicking on "More information". The consent can be revoked at any time with effect for the future. I agree Reject More information imprint | data protection