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Emergency humanitarian aid has been sent to the cities of Mongaguá and Peruíbe in Brazil following storms that displaced hundreds of residents.

The UN has launched a $2.9 billion emergency humanitarian response plan for Sudan, while regional governor Mini Arko Minawi pledges to reclaim the city of Al-Fasher.

Japan has committed to providing $41 million in grant assistance to Ukraine as part of the Emergency Recovery Programme.

Israeli forces reportedly fired over 900 rounds at a convoy of clearly marked ambulances and emergency vehicles in Gaza, resulting in the deaths of 15 aid workers.

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has suspended emergency electricity aid to Ukraine amidst severe winter conditions as the country struggles with energy shortages due to Russian attacks.

Ubatuba has declared a state of emergency and received humanitarian aid after significant rainfall caused severe damage in the city.

Farmers in Iceland used their tractors to support rescue teams during an emergency situation.

Volunteers in New South Wales have trained to become part of Community Emergency Response Teams to address ambulance shortages in rural areas.

Greta Thunberg endorses an international aid convoy aimed at delivering emergency supplies to Cuba amid a severe fuel shortage caused by U.S. policies.

DC Mayor Muriel Bowser has declared a disaster emergency over a massive sewage spill in the Potomac River and is seeking federal aid for cleanup efforts.

A Turk successfully performed the Heimlich maneuver on himself after choking.

The Finnish government is preparing to provide €1.05 million in state aid to the Finnish News Agency (STT) to ensure its continued operation amidst challenging market conditions.

USA model Brooks Nader required emergency assistance shortly before her 29th birthday celebration after experiencing a health issue following a lavish party.

Emergency services are responding to a report of a lifeless person found next to a car in Asker, Norway, with resuscitation efforts underway.

Spain plans to provide emergency aid to economically struggling Cuba, including food and essentials, through UN channels.

A person was rescued from the water in Bamble, Norway, amid ongoing life-saving efforts following the discovery of a vehicle submerged in the water.

A person was airlifted to Oslo after receiving life-saving first aid onshore in Bamble, following their retrieval from a submerged vehicle.

The Moroccan government has classified four regions affected by severe floods as 'disaster zones,' allowing for emergency support measures and financial aid.

173 Syrian families were evacuated from six camps in Idlib, northwestern Syria, due to severe weather conditions, as announced by the Syrian Minister of Emergency Situations.

The article provides a guide on what to do if you are choking alone at home, highlighting the dangers of choking and the importance of knowing self-rescue techniques.

Kyiv was attacked by ballistic missiles resulting in injuries and damage to residential buildings, while the city continues to face a state of emergency due to power outages.

Bavarian aid organizations are urging the population to enhance their self-help capabilities in light of increasing crises and disasters.

A trailer in the Bjørnegårdtunnel in Oslo came to a stop while scraping along the tunnel wall, prompting emergency responders to administer life-saving first aid to the driver, who may have suffered a medical emergency.

Police officers in Gernlinden rescued a 55-year-old man by providing first aid during their patrol after they found him unresponsive in his vehicle.

An off-duty police officer saved a 19-year-old motorcyclist's life after a severe accident in Brazil by providing immediate first aid.

A restaurant employee in Kallithea shared how he falsely claimed to be a doctor in order to administer first aid to a two-year-old girl who fell into a fountain.

Kherson Oblast communities have received 34 generators from international partners to aid local fire brigades and residents during power outages.

Kyiv has requested emergency assistance from Poland amid widespread power outages following a significant Russian attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure.

Today marks the National Preparedness Day in Finland, emphasizing the importance of skills such as maintaining warmth, cooking without electricity, first aid, and properly sheltering indoors during emergencies.

Victims and families affected by the Adamuz train tragedy express outrage after Renfe reduces psychological support, which it no longer treats as an emergency.

Child malnutrition in regions of North Darfur and Greater Kordofan has reached alarming levels due to ongoing conflict and aid denials, threatening a famine emergency in Sudan.

A person has been hit by a vehicle in Bjørnstjerne Bjørnsons gate in Drammen, where life-saving first aid is currently underway.

Emergency services have arrived at the scene of a serious traffic accident in Drammen, where a person has reportedly been hit by a car while in a crosswalk, and lifesaving first aid is currently being administered.

Due to extreme cold weather, residents of Kyiv are increasingly relying on emergency aid to survive without basic utilities.

In the face of severe winter conditions, residents of Kyiv, including Hanna Azarova, are seeking emergency assistance for those stranded without heat and electricity, like her neighbor Olga Logvinenko.

Residents of Makhado Municipality in Limpopo claim that emergency food aid meant for flood victims has not reached them, despite recent distributions to other individuals.

Doctors shared a photo of the steak they removed from a patient's airway in the emergency room, highlighting the importance of knowing how to provide first aid for choking.

Mexico will send humanitarian aid, including food, to Cuba amidst increasing pressure from the United States on the island nation, as noted by President Claudia Sheinbaum.

The government of the Canton of Valais has decided to provide an immediate emergency aid of 10,000 Swiss francs to families affected by the Constellation fire in Crans-Montana, raising questions about whether this amount is sufficient given the scale of the tragedy.

Klaus Krieger, a 68-year-old emergency medical responder, has dedicated 37 years to serving over 100,000 rescue operations, and was honored by his colleagues as he retires from his service in Gröbenzell.

The head of Emergencies in the Generalitat suggested detonating train tracks in Utiel to serve as a barrier and aid in rescuing flood victims.

A hunter in Pyrénées-Atlantiques was severely injured by an 80-kilogram wild boar but was saved by the quick actions of his colleague who applied a tourniquet using a dog leash while waiting for emergency services.

As freezing temperatures hit the region, Jihlava's shelter has reached full capacity, leaving many homeless individuals in search of warm places to sleep.

The article discusses significant stories from Planeta Futuro in 2025, focusing on the harsh realities faced by millions in the Global South amid forgotten wars, aid cuts, climate emergency, and regression in rights.

Emergency rooms are busy every New Year's Day treating victims of faulty or improperly ignited fireworks, with medical experts advising on wound care and proper first aid steps.