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Sinkholes: what they are, how they form and what to do in an emergency
Dangerous sinkholes: how to recognise them and what to do in an emergency
Even if our world can be said to be invaded by concrete and plastic, it is difficult to call it even completely solid. In areas where we do not often see floods or…
Arson fires: some of the most common reasons
Arson fires: the role of arsonists, economic interests and rescuers
We have now seen several fires that have created various disasters: some of these remain world-famous precisely because of the number of hectares burned, the number of…
Earthquakes: is it possible to predict them?
The latest findings on forecasting and prevention, how to predict and counter an earthquake event
How many times have we asked ourselves this question: is it possible to predict an earthquake? Is there any system or method to stop such…
Caserta, hundreds of volunteers compete for the national title
Caserta prepares to host the 28th edition of the Italian Red Cross National First Aid Competitions
On 15 and 16 September, the city of Caserta will become the stage for the most eagerly awaited competitions of the year, with the 28th…
EENA: a step forward to save lives
EENA recommends improving caller location information for mobile emergencies
In a significant development, the European Emergency Number Association (EENA) has presented a set of crucial recommendations aimed at improving the accuracy and…
Disaster in Libya, the Italian Red Cross in the front line for assistance
Cyclone Daniel: over 2,000 dead and thousands missing in Libya
The national president of the Italian Red Cross, Rosario Valastro, has launched an urgent appeal for international solidarity in response to the devastating cyclone Daniel that…
The aftermath of earthquakes - what happens after the tragedy
Damage, isolation, aftershocks: the consequences of earthquakes
If there is one event for which one always has a developed a certain fear, it is the earthquake. Earthquakes can pop up anywhere, whether in the deepest seas or even in areas…
Morocco: local and international rescuers working to save victims
Earthquake in Morocco: relief efforts amid difficulties and needs
In south-western Morocco, a tragedy of devastating proportions shook the country in the night between Friday 08 and Saturday 09 September 2023. A 6.8 magnitude earthquake…
The threat of mega-fires in the Canary Islands
Mega-forest fires: how to protect Spain from this threat
Scientists have issued an apocalyptic warning about the future of forest fires in Spain, especially in the Canary Islands, where the possibility of mega-fires that could devastate…
New Frontiers for Fast Response Times and Effective Training
How Artificial Intelligence is Revolutionising First Aid
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is showing enormous promise in making first aid interventions easier, faster and more effective. Using smartphones and road accident detection systems,…