New emergency app helps Zuid-Limburg residents stay safe during crises
Residents of Zuid-Limburg can now receive real-time alerts and safety instructions during emergencies like fires or floods via the new Zuidlimburgveilig app. Stay informed and prepared with instant notifications and expert guidance.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| App Name | Zuidlimburgveilig |
| Availability | Free on App Store and Google Play |
| Key Features | Push notifications, emergency instructions, preparation tips |
| Assistance Location | Digicafé in Centre Céramique (Maastricht) |
| Assistance Hours | Every Wednesday, 10:00–12:00 (no appointment needed) |
| Campaign Launch | End of March 2026, featuring AI-generated awareness video |
| Coverage Area | Zuid-Limburg (including Maastricht and surrounding municipalities) |
The Municipality of Maastricht, in collaboration with regional safety partners, plays a key role in emergency preparedness and public safety. This app is part of their efforts to ensure residents receive timely information and guidance during crises.
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Download the Zuidlimburgveilig app
How well prepared are you for an emergency? The Zuidlimburgveilig app provides reliable information before and during an emergency.
What can I do with the app?
- Receive instant (push) notifications if something happens in your area
- Immediately read what you can do in case of, for example, a fire, power outage, or flooding
- Use the tips in the app to be well prepared for an emergency.
How do I do that?
- Go to www.gemeentemaastricht.nl/zuidlimburgveilig
- Download the Zuidlimburgveilig app for free via the App Store or Google Play
- Enable notifications so you know when something happens in your area
- Set your preferred locations to receive notifications only when something happens there.
So: get prepared and download the app.
Need help installing the app on your phone?
Every Wednesday between 10:00 and 12:00, we’re happy to assist you at the Digicafé in Centre Céramique. You can drop in without an appointment.
A campaign
At the end of March 2026, we called on everyone through various channels to download the Zuidlimburgveilig app. Using AI, we created a video, including footage of a burning town hall, to grab attention. For the record: the image is edited and does not depict an actual situation. Watch the video below: