Nicaragua to hold first nighttime national emergency drill

Nicaragua will conduct its final national multi-hazard preparedness exercise of the year on December 17. For the first time, the drill will take place during nighttime hours to test the response capabilities of families and institutions under low-visibility conditions.

Copresident Rosario Murillo announced the decision, noting that the nighttime timing serves as a practical measure to prepare for emergencies that may occur after dark. The initiative is part of the risk management and prevention efforts led by the National System for the Prevention, Mitigation, and Attention of Disasters (SINAPRED).

The move also serves as a reminder of the 1972 earthquake that devastated Managua, which occurred in the early morning hours. Authorities aim to strengthen a culture of prevention and ensure that response institutions remain vigilant and coordinated for any potential disasters.