The global geopolitical situation and increasing security risks have shown the need for cities to develop stronger civil protection systems. Jelgava currently lacks accessible and modern temporary shelter infrastructure for its residents. In the event of sudden threats citizens have no easily accessible, designated places to stay safe for several hours until danger has passed.
The challenge is to provide short-term, safe, and distributed shelters across the city, which would be close to people in their everyday life and not require large-scale relocation. The idea is to create dual-use infrastructure – for example, strengthened bus stops or other public spaces that are normally used daily, but could quickly serve as protective shelters in emergencies.
