A step forward in risk management for critical infrastructure
On 7 May, a public event presented the new Emergency Plans for the Baserca (Catalonia) and Llauset (Aragon) dams, both classed as category A because of their high potential risk. This classification requires thorough planning and effective civil protection measures to minimise the impact of any incident.
The new plans were promoted by Endesa together with the Ebro River Basin Authority (CHE) and the regional emergency services: Aragon Civil Protection, 112 Aragon and Catalan Civil Protection. A key element has been the deployment of audible warning systems designed to ensure rapid, safe evacuation in an emergency.
Lafcarr's role in protecting the public
Lafcarr has played an active part in this project and was responsible for:
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📌 Carrying out the detailed acoustic study of the areas that could be affected.
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📌 The design, supply and installation of emergency sirens adapted to local conditions.
Live siren activation tests during the event demonstrated their range, effectiveness and integration into the surroundings. The tests were key to validating the system with officials, technical staff and local residents.
Emergency Plan information event, showing the SAP points installed by Lafcarr in Senet and Vilaller
Solutions tailored to hydrological risk
Our dam warning systems are not off-the-shelf solutions. They are custom-designed to reflect the technical, regulatory and social factors of each site. This ensures the people at risk are properly covered and the authorities have a reliable tool in their emergency plan.
Dam Emergency Plans guide – Ministry for the Ecological Transition
Technology that saves lives
Dam audible warning systems are not just technical devices: they are strategic tools for emergency management. Proper deployment, as at Baserca and Llauset, makes the difference between uncertainty and a structured, effective response to a threat.
At Lafcarr we will keep working with authorities and companies to turn technology into real safety.
