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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.
Torrential rains and flooding: 30 people killed in Pakistan
Lahore, record rainfall. Flooding, building collapses and a high risk of electrocution
Floods caused by torrential rains have caused severe damage in Lahore, Pakistan, killing at least 30 people this week. This was disclosed by the civil…
Tragedy in Pesaro: a day of relief
Three interventions in a few hours: one death and two rescues
A day of routine administration has turned into a race against time for the rescuers of Pesaro. Three separate interventions in a few hours have put to the test the operational…
Extreme temperatures in Campania: weather alert from the Civil Protection
The regional Civil Protection has decided to extend the weather alert until Monday, August 5 at 14:00
An exceptional heat wave is putting a strain on Campania. Due to the high temperatures and persistent humidity, the regional Civil…
European Civil Protection Pool: member states united in emergency
The goal: to enable a faster, more coordinated and effective European response to disasters, whether natural or man-made
The European Civil Protection Pool (ECPP) is a European Union response to emergencies. Established in 2013, this tool…
Exercise “Unitas 2024”: 200 to participate
Alpine Volunteers Engaged for 72 Hours in Emergency Simulation: A Real Test for ANA Civil Protection
Around 200 volunteers, with specialized teams from various Lombard Alpine sections, gathered in the mountain area of Camaggiore for an…
Rescue Drone Network: The Successful Drone Exercise at Monte Orsaro
Testing the Future of Drone-Assisted Search and Rescue with Pollicino Device Amidst Harsh Conditions
On Saturday, Feb. 24, the scheduled exercise of Rescue Drones Network Odv, Emilia Romagna Section, was held at Monte Orsaro, after all the…
Drones: Upcoming RDN Exercises in Emilia Romagna and Puglia
A qualitative leap forward in volunteer training and testing of U-space services with TopView's Thumb Drone Tracker
On February 24, two very important Exercises will be held by Rescue Drones Network Odv Section Emilia Romagna at Monte…
Preparing for earthquakes: useful tips
From furniture anchoring to emergency planning, here's how to enhance seismic safety
Recently, the province of Parma (Italy) witnessed a seismic swarm that raised concerns and highlighted the importance of emergency preparedness. Seismic…
The Misericordie: a history of service and solidarity
From Medieval Origins to Contemporary Social Impact
The Misericordie, with over eight hundred years of history, represent an emblematic example of service to others and community solidarity. These confraternities, originating in Italy,…
Volunteering and Civil Defense in England
The Contribution of Volunteer Organizations in Emergency Management in England
Introduction
The role of volunteer organizations in civil protection in England is crucial. These organizations…