Estonia hires expert to improve public warnings
Estonia’s defence minister has hired air defence specialist for warnings and protection of people and essential services against aerial threats.
Defence Minister Martin Herem confirmed the appointment to Estonian public broadcaster ERR, which reported it on 27 October. Reserve Colonel Mati Tikerpuu will take up a full-time position.
Helping people respond
Herem identified two priorities: improving air alerts and public warnings, and helping people and organisations understand how to reduce their exposure to threats.
Measures could include moving to a safer location, creating shelters or strengthening buildings and other infrastructure.
The minister says both the public and providers of essential services need better information about threats and practical protective measures.
Decades of experience
Tikerpuu has more than 30 years of military experience, over half of it in air defence. He has also commanded an infantry brigade and worked with communications, radar and drones.
He told ERR that his role would be to help the minister make informed decisions. He declined to discuss specific development proposals publicly.
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