SC has disaster drills with evacuation of houses and temporary shelters; see what to expect
On Sunday, residents of Santa Catarina will receive a special SMS from the Civil Defense announcing a disaster simulation in the state.
Rain causes house collapse and leaves nine displaced in Paracambi
Heavy rain in Paracambi, Brazil, resulted in a house collapse, displacing nine individuals from their homes.
Mandatory essentials for 10 days. This is what everyone must have. Germany provided the list
Germany has released a list of essential food items that individuals should stockpile for emergency situations, now recommending a supply sufficient for ten days instead of the previous three-day guideline.
Juiz de Fora is the 4th city in alerts in the country, but residents do not know what to do in emergencies
Residents of Juiz de Fora are unaware of how to respond to emergencies, despite the city being among the highest for disaster alerts in Brazil.
Civil Defense renews alert for intense rains on the SP coast until Friday; see guidelines
The Civil Defense of São Paulo has issued a renewed alert for intense rainfall in the Baixada Santista region until Friday, indicating a very high risk for the area.
Two more deaths confirmed as rainfall totals reach 19 fatalities in SP since December
The State Civil Defense of São Paulo has confirmed two additional deaths related to heavy rainfall, bringing the total to 19 fatalities since December.
Civil Defense Lieutenant explains the reason for intense rains on the coast of SP, which faces risks; understand
Intense rains affecting the coastal region of São Paulo are caused by moisture from the ocean, as explained by a Civil Defense officer amid the local crisis response.
Heavy rain causes tree falls and mobilizes Civil Defense in Taquarituba
Heavy rainfall in Taquarituba, Brazil, led to multiple tree falls and mobilization of Civil Defense teams, but fortunately, there were no injuries reported.
Civil Protection: 'Active Battle' Becomes Law – How the Opposition Voted
Greece's 'Active Battle' bill, focused on reforming civil protection against disasters, has been passed by the Parliament with support from some opposition parties.
Civil Protection announces two national drills on May 6 and September 19
Civil Protection in Mexico has scheduled two national emergency drills for May 6 and September 19, following a regional drill on February 18.
Active Battle of Kefalogiannis – Holistic Reform in Civil Protection to be Presented in Parliament on Thursday
Greece's new civil protection bill, titled 'Active Battle,' is set for a parliamentary vote, aiming to shift the country's approach to disaster prevention and response.
23rd Anniversary of the Daegu Subway Disaster: “We Can't Even Have a Proper Commemoration Name”
On the 23rd anniversary of the Daegu subway disaster, victim organizations and civil society urged the Daegu city government and council for a proper commemoration of the victims.
Crater opens in street and 156 are displaced in São José dos Campos (SP)
A street crater in São José dos Campos displaced 156 people after the collapse of several buildings due to heavy rain.
Rain floods 120 houses and leaves more than 30 people homeless in Taubaté
Heavy rainfall in Taubaté, Brazil, has flooded around 120 homes and left over 30 people homeless, prompting emergency response efforts.
Civil Defense strengthens actions against climate disasters in the interior of SP
The Civil Defense announced R$ 42.8 million in investments for climate disaster prevention and response in the interior of São Paulo.
Kefalogiannis on the bill 'Active Battle': Preparation of flood risk plans will be mandatory
Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection Giannis Kefalogiannis announced that the upcoming 'Active Battle' bill will make the preparation of flood risk plans mandatory to reduce the potential for major disasters.
Ohsan Mayor Lee Kwon-jae's Home Searched... Accusations of Serious Civil Disasters Related to Wall Collapse Deaths
Police have launched a forced investigation into Ohsan Mayor Lee Kwon-jae regarding serious civil disaster allegations related to the wall collapse that resulted in deaths, marking the first search of the mayor's office and other city departments.
Strong earthquake off the coast of Calabria: magnitude 5.1. Felt also in Messina
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake was recorded off the southeastern coast of Calabria, with no reported damages according to civil protection authorities.
Civil Protection: Taking Precautions for Crisis Situations into One's Own Hands
The article emphasizes that citizens must enhance their own preparedness for crises rather than rely on an overwhelmed state, highlighting the inadequacies of civil and disaster protection services in handling large-scale emergencies like prolonged power outages.