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Latvia's fire and rescue service prepares for increased flood risks this year, potentially leading to the evacuation of residents.

Petr Kolouch, the director of Prague's ambulance service, emphasizes that there is nothing wrong with the Czech Republic, but suggests that people often fail to appreciate the positives.

Twelve residents were evacuated in Kaunas after a strong smell of gas was reported in an apartment building, but it was later identified and removed by gas service workers.

Mongaguá has initiated a selection process for 35 temporary positions in the Emergency Mobile Care Service (SAMU) with salaries reaching up to R$ 13,300.

An emergency helicopter was used to transport Mogol and his wife from the Sanremo Festival to a ceremony in Rome, raising concerns about the diversion of emergency resources.

A fire in Ogre district, Latvia, resulted in the deaths of a man and a dog, as reported by the State Fire and Rescue Service.

Patients in Ostrava are expressing dissatisfaction with the dental emergency services due to perceived arrogance from the staff.

A 64-year-old woman died in a lottery house in Teresina, Brazil, while waiting for service, raising concerns over emergency response and customer safety.

The Civil Defense of Feira de Santana has launched a new hotline, available for public emergency response, particularly during rainy periods.

Fires have erupted in Kyiv Oblast due to a Russian attack, affecting both the Vyshhorod and Brovary districts.

A Senate inquiry discusses the chaos that unfolded at an Optus call center during a significant failure of the Triple Zero emergency service system.

A 22-year-old woman gave birth on the sidewalk of a shopping mall in Imperatriz, Brazil, assisted by a civil firefighter after she went into labor while waiting for identification services.

Residents of Teresina, Piripiri, and Campo Maior are having difficulties contacting the Emergency Medical Service (Samu) due to the number 192 being out of service, with an alternative number provided for assistance.

A State Emergency Service officer was killed by a Russian drone strike while returning home from duty in Sumy Oblast, Ukraine.

A tram collision in Tallinn has left five people injured, disrupting service on tram lines 2 and 4 for several hours.

A fire in a residential building in Krāslava resulted in the death of an individual, as reported by the State Fire and Rescue Service of Latvia (VUGD).

A Russian airstrike in a village in the Zaporizhia region killed four people when a residential building was destroyed, according to Ukraine's State Emergency Service.

The responsibility of finding hospitals for severe emergency patients will shift from the 119 ambulance service to the Health and Welfare Ministry's Situational Room as part of a pilot project aimed at improving emergency room efficiency.

The city of Ubatuba is investing R$ 1.4 million in a meteorology service and will install an alert siren for heavy rainfall to enhance emergency preparedness.

Water supply has been interrupted in 13 neighborhoods of Salvador for emergency repairs on a water main, with service expected to resume gradually.

A 62-year-old man caused delays in the S-Bahn service in Fürstenfeldbruck by wandering on the tracks, leading to his hospitalization and a charge for endangering rail traffic.

Multiple individuals were injured in various fires across Latvia, as reported by the State Fire and Rescue Service (VUGD).

Five people, including a child, were injured in a Russian drone attack in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, as reported by the State Emergency Service of Ukraine.

Uberlândia is set to implement the Samu emergency service by 2026, with a public selection process starting for over 100 job vacancies.

A large warehouse fire in Coventry city centre has prompted a major response from firefighters, with the cause of the blaze still unknown.

The Durham Regional Police Service in Ontario has launched a pilot project deploying drones to assist with certain 911 calls, enhancing response capabilities and situational awareness.

An independent review highlights that Australia's urgent care clinics, while effective in reducing emergency department demand, face significant workforce shortages and challenges in after-hours service availability.

A house fire in Daugavpils on February 22 resulted in the death of one individual, as reported by the State Fire and Rescue Service.

A state of emergency has been declared in New York due to a severe snowstorm impacting the northeastern United States, leading to travel bans and thousands of flight cancellations.

A man fell 12 feet in a Liverpool pub, prompting a swift response from emergency services, including paramedics and firefighters.

The article discusses the controversy surrounding Tartu's decision to end the reimbursement of EMO (emergency medical service) visit fees for children and youth.

The Latvian State Fire and Rescue Service (VUGD) received multiple calls regarding burning soot in residential chimneys over the last day.

Eight women serve in the fire departments of Árnessýsla, highlighted during a discussion led by the fire chief about their diverse responsibilities.

The motorcycle ambulance service operated by Samu in Campinas will be discontinued due to the lack of a supplier willing to renew the contract.

The article tells the story of Andis Feldmanis, a medic with over ten years of experience at the NMPD, who reflects on his journey from a service mechanic to a team leader, driven by his passion for medicine and helping others in emergencies.

The National Meteorological Service of Greece issued an emergency bulletin announcing temporary weather deterioration with heavy rain and thunderstorms expected until Saturday afternoon.

In the last 24 hours, two individuals were reported dead in fires across Latvia according to the National Fire and Rescue Service.

Estonia is preparing to test a social emergency service in collaboration with the Ministry of the Interior and the Estonian Red Cross.

Estonia plans to trial a social ambulance service in Pärnu County to address non-urgent social issues and reduce the burden on police and rescue services.

There are currently disruptions affecting the telephone service 114 14 in the Stockholm region, with no information of similar issues in other parts of Sweden.

Regional leaders in Finland are protesting a planned funding cut of 390 million euros to welfare areas from 2027 to 2029, deeming it unreasonable and detrimental to long-term service organization.

Patients at Vilnius Šeškinės Polyclinic expressed frustration over service interruptions due to a power outage, revealing the clinic's lack of a backup generator.

A significant fire broke out in a residential building in Iggesund, forcing firefighters to retreat while two individuals were hospitalized with unspecified injuries.

Three individuals have been remanded in custody for assaulting Oyo State Fire Service officials while they were responding to a fire incident.

Severe rain, thunderstorms, and high winds are expected to hit various regions in Greece shortly, according to the updated emergency bulletin from the National Meteorological Service.

An emergency bushfire warning has been issued by the Tasmania Fire Service for an area south of Launceston due to an uncontrolled fire threatening lives and property.

The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service inaugurated a Fire Marshal Club to enhance community engagement in fire safety and emergency response.

Globoplay launched 'Emergency 53' at the Berlinale Series Market, a medical drama inspired by the urgent care service Samu in Brazil.

Two individuals have been arrested by the Winnipeg Police Service for allegedly opening emergency water supply valves that caused flooding in their downtown headquarters.

Greece's National Meteorological Service has issued a new emergency weather bulletin predicting strong rains and storms across various regions.