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Dissolution of Shelter Service in 2013 and Its Consequences

March 27, 2026

The Audit Office revealed that in 2013, the service responsible for civil defense shelters was dissolved to expedite development permits. This has led to a lack of shelters in areas that appear on maps without buildings. Although the continuation of the program was accepted, most engineers were reassigned to other services. This situation has had significant effects on the management of shelters in the country. The Audit Office is analyzing citizens' experiences while searching for and using these shelters.