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The Ministry of SMEs and Startups in South Korea has set up a system to record damages to small businesses from Iran airstrikes, while offering tailored support like export vouchers and emergency management funds.

A councilman in Petrópolis is seeking accountability from the local government over the malfunctioning automatic flood barriers designed to prevent vehicle traffic during flooding.

The Ecuadorian government, led by President Daniel Noboa, has declared an emergency response plan to address the impacts of the winter storm during the rainy season.

Klaipeda has introduced a 26-point action plan to manage potential flooding, focusing on public safety and effective communication.

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.

Nigerian lawmakers have begun investigations into the fire incident that destroyed Terminal 1 of Murtala Muhammed International Airport, with an emphasis on the management's emergency response.

Australia is set to trial a new mobile alert system in July, aimed at providing faster emergency warnings during disasters.

A human error during a routine test of alarm systems caused flight alarms to sound across Eastern Norway, prompting a review of procedures by authorities.

Argentina's economic activity expanded by 4.4% in 2025, despite a slowdown in various sectors towards the end of the year.

Victoria Roselló, head of meteorology at the Valencian channel À Punt, claims that warnings about the devastating DANA (Depression at Altitude) were issued well in advance, contradicting the PP's narrative after the tragedy.

Suwon City has announced the expansion of an 'emergency vehicle priority signal system' to ensure that all emergency vehicles can receive green signals automatically at intersections.

Denmark plans to implement a total preparedness strategy to enhance resilience against crises and threats, as outlined by Minister of Emergency Management Torsten Schack Pedersen.

Raúl Quílez, the Director General of Innovation in Emergencies, has resigned following scrutiny of his actions during the management of a crisis that resulted in significant casualties in Valencia.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has signed an extension of the disaster proclamation due to ongoing drought conditions affecting large parts of the state.

Mexico is working towards a larger alert system for emergencies, including a national hurricane alert that is currently nonexistent but in development.

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva inaugurated the new 24-hour Emergency Center at Cardoso Fontes Federal Hospital in Jacarepaguá, Rio de Janeiro, as part of its restructuring process after management was decentralized to the municipality.

Emergency resource sharing is becoming increasingly complex in Australia due to overlapping fire and flood seasons.

Severe storms hitting the Peninsula highlight the lessons learned in emergency management after past disasters.

After the severe rainstorm in Valencia, alert messages have increased significantly, prompting discussions on risk management and political sensitivity towards emergency notifications.

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Residents near the Gori Unit 2 nuclear power plant in Busan have filed an administrative lawsuit against the government to cancel its license extension, citing insufficient safety evaluations regarding radiation impacts and emergency management planning.

Lagos State has initiated a victim enumeration exercise to support those affected by the Great Nigeria Insurance House fire from last year.

The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency conducted a retreat focused on mental health management for its senior staff to improve disaster management capabilities.

Minister V. Kondratovičius stated that measures and plans are ready for potential floods, emphasizing the importance of local government readiness in monitoring river water levels and engaging with the Lithuanian Hydrometeorological Service.

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has instructed the State Emergency Management Agency to assist victims of a recent terrorist attack in Woro community, Kaiama.

The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency reported that 173 people died in 1,156 emergencies in 2025, indicating a decline in incidents compared to the previous year.

The union at KBC Zagreb warned that the emergency room at Rebro is on the brink of collapse due to poor organization and staff overload, jeopardizing patient safety, while hospital management stated that improving the emergency department is a strategic project.

The KBC Zagreb Syndicate has warned that the emergency department at Rebro is on the verge of collapse due to poor organization and staff overload, which endangers patient safety, while hospital management claims that upgrading the emergency department is a strategic project.

Ukrainian President Zelensky has declared an energy emergency due to the effects of a Russian airstrike on Kyiv, while also criticizing the city's management of the crisis.

José Manuel Cuenca explained to the judge that he decided not to relocate Carlos Mazón during a storm because of the 'impeccable' management of the emergency by Minister Salomé Pradas.

The head of the firefighters claims that an ES-Alert was suggested nearly three hours prior to its actual sending, but it was altered due to concerns of being overly alarmist.

The Gaza government ministries continue to operate essential humanitarian services while preparing for a transition to a technocrat-led management under an agreement facilitated by Egypt.

Alberto Núñez Feijóo, leader of the PP, admits under judicial review that emergency management falls under regional authority, countering his party's narrative of blaming the central government for a disastrous event.

Wolfgang Ramadan announces a strategic reduction of his cultural program "Brotzeit und Spiele" to focus on five locations, aiming to maintain high-quality cultural services after over 20 years of extensive management.

Zagreb will establish reuse centers to breathe new life into old items while keeping its composting facilities operational for emergency bio-waste processing.

Experts claim that Donald Trump’s policies have significantly weakened the US's ability to prepare for and respond to natural disasters, exacerbating the risks posed by severe weather events.

Workers of the 'Elena Venizelou' hospital staged protests against Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis during the inauguration of the renovated emergency department, criticizing severe staffing shortages and a climate of fear from management.

The article discusses the current state of disaster protection in Germany and the developments that have occurred in recent years.