The State Fire and Rescue Service of Latvia, in cooperation with the Fire and Rescue Department of Lithuania, is implementing the Interreg cross-border project "MassMovement" (No. LL-00310). The objective of the project is to strengthen the readiness of Latvia and Lithuania to organize and execute mass evacuations of the population in emergency situations.
Within the framework of the project, cooperation between the two countries is being enhanced, evacuation mechanisms are being tested, and the capacity of institutions to act effectively in crisis situations is being improved.
Practical Field Drills
On August 4, 2026, a practical cross-border drill will take place, simulating a mass evacuation of citizens from Latvia to Lithuania.
Route: Daugavpils – Jēkabpils – Pasvalys (Lithuania).
Departure: August 4, 2026, at 9:00 AM.
Planned Itinerary: * Phases 1 and 2: 255 km (approx. 3 hours 38 minutes);
During the drills, the entire evacuation process will be practically simulated—including assembly, transport organization, registration, cross-border movement, reception at the destination, catering, and other civil protection measures. All procedures will be executed as close to a real-life emergency scenario as possible.
Why Your Participation Matters
These drills are not merely a theoretical exercise; they serve to test how evacuation plans function in practice. The involvement of volunteer participants allows us to:
Evaluate the efficiency of evacuation procedures;
Identify potential areas for improvement;
Enhance mutual cooperation between Latvian and Lithuanian authorities;
Strengthen public readiness to act during emergencies.
Every participant makes a significant contribution to developing a safer and more effective civil protection system.
Benefits of Participation
All volunteer participants in the project will receive:
Catering provided throughout the day (MRE/dry food rations);
Practical commemorative gifts from the project organizers;
The opportunity to attend a specially arranged entertainment event in Pasvalys (Lithuania);
Valuable experience by participating in a unique, international civil protection drill.
Registration Details
Participation in the drills is free of charge; however, seats are limited, and we encourage timely registration.
Application Form: [AVAILABLE HERE]
Thank you for your responsiveness and readiness to get involved! Together, we strengthen public safety and our capacity to act in emergencies.
