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Civil Protection and Civil Defence are the central pillar against natural disasters, catastrophes and emergencies. Volunteers and professionals involved in the resiliency systems need the information to perform better in big emergencies.
European Civil Defense Forces: A Detailed Analysis
Structure and Sizes of Civil Protection Units in Key European Countries
Introduction
In 2023, the importance of civil protection forces, including firefighters, healthcare personnel, and…
Global emergencies summary 2023: a year of challenges and responses
The Impact of Climate Change and Humanitarian Responses in 2023
Natural Disasters and Climate Impact
In 2023, extreme weather events were witnessed, with wildfires in Canada and Portugal devastating thousands of…
The growing role of women in European Civil Defense
From Emergency Response to Leadership: The Evolution of Women's Contribution
Increasing Female Presence in Civil Protection
In recent years, there has been a significant rise in the female presence in the field of civil protection on a…
Cutting-edge technology in civil protection: innovations to enhance emergency response
Exploring emerging technologies in civil protection
The evolution of technology in civil protection
Emerging technologies are revolutionizing the field of civil protection, offering new tools and methods to improve response and emergency…
Planning for mass evacuation strategies
A crucial approach to managing the unpredictable
Mass evacuation management is an essential component of preparedness for emergency situations. Planning an effective response to natural disasters, major accidents or other crises is…
Remembering the Great Flood of 1994: The Watershed Moment in Emergency Response
A Look Back at the Hydrological Emergency That Tested Italy's Newly Formed Civil Protection and the Role of Volunteers in Disaster Response
The 6th of November, 1994, remains etched in the collective memory of Italy, a testament to the…
The aftermath of floods - what happens after the tragedy
What to do after a flood: what to do, what to avoid, and Civil Defense advice
The waters can mercilessly affect those around particular places with high hydrogeological risk, but it is not for nothing that we have to worry about what may…
A week dedicated to Civil Protection
The Final Day of the 'Civil Protection Week': A Memorable Experience for the Citizens of Ancona (Italy)
Ancona has always had a strong connection with civil protection. This connection was further strengthened thanks to the 'Civil…
Moldova: An historic step towards enhanced disaster response
Moldova Joins the EU Civil Protection Mechanism: Strengthening European Disaster Response
In a historic move towards enhancing European disaster response capabilities, Moldova has officially joined the EU Civil Protection Mechanism. The…
The European Union in Action against Fires in Greece
The European Union is mobilising to tackle the devastating wave of fires in the Alexandroupolis-Feres region of Greece
Brussels - The European Commission has announced the deployment of two RescEU firefighting aircraft based in Cyprus,…