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🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Crews in water-logged Metro Vancouver prepare for next drenching

Crews in Metro Vancouver are working to clear mudslides and debris in anticipation of another heavy rainstorm that could impact the region's water infrastructure.

Mar 23 • 00:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Senior official of the US Civil Protection: "I used teleportation"

A US Civil Protection official claims he experienced being moved 65 kilometers against his will while in his car, referring dramatically to it as 'teleportation.'

Mar 21 • 14:35 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NEMA begins distribution of relief items to Adamawa flood victims

The National Emergency Management Agency has commenced distributing relief materials to flood victims in Adamawa State, Nigeria.

Mar 18 • 22:02 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

He spoke for the state during the floods, now he's done. The Interior Ministry has dissolved the crisis team.

The Czech Interior Ministry has disbanded a crisis team that was previously active during flood responses, marking a significant change in emergency management protocols.

Mar 18 • 17:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

T’way Airlines Shifts to Emergency Management in Response to Rising Oil Prices and Exchange Rates from the Middle East

T’way Airlines of South Korea is moving to an emergency management system due to rising oil prices and exchange rates as a result of the Middle East conflict.

Mar 18 • 05:23 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

As the flood threat intensifies in the coastal region, the Lithuanian army is being deployed

The Lithuanian army is being dispatched to Šilutė as part of the second phase of flood preparedness in light of rising water levels and reports of flooding in surrounding areas.

Mar 17 • 08:39 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Lagos records 173 emergencies in two months – LASEMA

Lagos State recorded 173 emergency incidents between January and February 2026, primarily due to road traffic accidents.

Mar 16 • 01:30 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Kėdainiai residents received warnings about the possible flood threat

Residents of Kėdainiai have been warned about a potential flood threat due to rising water levels in the Nevėžis River.

Mar 15 • 15:43 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NEMA receives 147 Nigerian returnees from Niger Republic in Kano

The National Emergency Management Agency has received 147 Nigerian returnees from Niger Republic at Kano's airport.

Mar 13 • 21:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Heavy rains of up to 100 mm put Baixada Santista and Vale do Ribeira on severe alert

The Civil Defense of São Paulo state has issued a severe alert for intense rains in the Baixada Santista and Vale do Ribeira regions, forecasting up to 100 mm of rainfall, with Peruíbe and Cananéia already being affected.

Mar 12 • 20:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Mairiporã city hall declares state of emergency in two neighborhoods affected by the rupture of a Sabesp water tank

The city hall of Mairiporã has declared a state of emergency after a Sabesp water tank ruptured, leading to one death and nine injuries.

Mar 12 • 12:55 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The Minister of the Interior discussed civil security and the expansion of the shelter network with his Finnish counterpart

Lithuania's Minister of the Interior emphasized the importance of enhancing civil security and discussed adopting best practices from Finland regarding the planning and expansion of shelter networks.

Mar 9 • 08:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Heavy rain puts the city of SP on alert for flooding this Friday

Heavy rain in São Paulo has prompted a flood alert across the capital as the municipality's emergency management center warns of the potential for flooding and strong winds.

Mar 6 • 15:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The UME reveals to the judge that the Júcar Hydrographic Confederation minimized the flow of the Poyo during the dana: "It was not worrying"

A commander from the UME testified that the Júcar Hydrographic Confederation downplayed the risk of rising water levels during a recent disaster event, which is being investigated by a court.

Mar 5 • 11:37 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

A Commander States Before the Judge Regarding the Dana That the Two Former High Officials of Mazón Investigated "Did Not Propose Any Measures"

A commander testified that two former high-ranking officials did not propose any measures to address the crisis during a recent emergency management meeting.

Mar 5 • 10:31 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Boiling recommendation lifted

The city of Oslo has lifted its boiling water advisory after a significant water leak.

Mar 5 • 05:26 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

A Military Witness Undermines the Version of the Former Counselor Mazón Investigated in the Dana Flood

A military witness has contradicted the statements of former advisor Salomé Pradas regarding her involvement in the management of the 2024 Dana flood incident.

Mar 4 • 10:24 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NEMA distributes relief materials to Kebbi banditry victims

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has begun distributing relief materials to victims of banditry attacks in Kebbi State, Nigeria.

Mar 3 • 09:26 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The political responsible for the firefighters in the 'dana' justifies Mazón's absence in a Cecopi meeting where no deaths were discussed

A protest in Valencia demands accountability for Carlos Mazón regarding the recent tragic events caused by 'dana', as new details emerge about a crucial emergency meeting he missed.

Mar 2 • 10:36 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The judge investigating the dana questions the testimony of a PP deputy: 'It is not credible that he remembers nothing from the Cecopi'

A judge in Valencia has challenged the credibility of a PP deputy's testimony regarding the emergency response to the October 2024 dana.

Mar 2 • 10:17 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Emergency Director: Don't imagine tanks rolling into Copenhagen, but there is a threat

Denmark's Emergency Management Director warns against underestimating potential threats, emphasizing that while Russian tanks may not roll into the city, other scenarios could pose significant risks.

Mar 2 • 07:05 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Gloomy scenarios prompt emergency preparedness to take new measures

The head of the Danish Emergency Management Agency suggests new measures are necessary for Denmark to better prepare for various potential threats, reflecting on dark war scenarios.

Mar 2 • 07:05 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Now Denmark's rescue preparedness must be prepared to respond to air threats

Denmark is enhancing its disaster preparedness to respond more effectively to air threats, highlighting concerns about potential scenarios involving missile strikes or other aerial attacks.

Mar 2 • 07:05 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Ministry of SMEs and Startups activates support system for damages caused by Iran airstrikes

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.

Mar 1 • 08:44 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Councilman demands explanations about flood barriers that stopped being automatically activated in Petrópolis

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

Feb 28 • 19:54 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Australians will receive mobile alert in July under new emergency trial

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

Feb 26 • 02:21 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Will review procedures after false alarm with flight alarms in Eastern Norway

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.

Feb 25 • 20:54 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Despite ups and downs, economic activity grew 4.4% in 2025

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

Feb 24 • 19:31 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The head of meteorology of the Valencian autonomous channel dismantles the PP's thesis on the DANA: "It was known since Friday"

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.

Feb 23 • 15:45 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

The government: Denmark needs total preparedness

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.

Feb 20 • 10:19 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Emergency high-ranking official resigns after accessing hidden videos of Pradas during the dana and questioning her actions before the judge

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.

Feb 20 • 09:11 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

News in Texas: why Greg Abbott renewed the disaster proclamation for drought

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

Feb 18 • 23:06 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Will there be a national hurricane alert in Mexico? This is what we know about the emergency system in the country | CNPC

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

Feb 16 • 15:47 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Overlapping disaster seasons change the nature of emergency resourcing

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

Feb 14 • 20:20 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Prevention Saves Lives

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

Feb 13 • 04:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

“I Can't Live Because of Concerns About Aging Nuclear Power Plants”… Lawsuit to Cancel the License Extension for Gori Unit 2

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.

Feb 10 • 06:19 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

GNI fire: Lagos begins enumeration of victims

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

Feb 10 • 01:07 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

LASEMA holds mental health retreat for staff

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

Feb 7 • 18:58 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

V. Kondratovičius on preparation for possible floods: we have measures, plans are in place

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.

Feb 5 • 15:31 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Crime & Justice

Kwara governor directs emergency agency to support victims of Kaiama attack

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

Feb 5 • 15:21 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

173 killed in Lagos emergencies in 2025 – LASEMA

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.

Feb 3 • 00:45 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Crime & Justice

The Chief of Staff of Mazón said to the judge that he did not remove him from El Ventorro during the storm due to Pradas' 'impeccable' role

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.

Jan 14 • 22:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

The head of the firefighters in the dana claims that the ES-Alert was proposed almost three hours before its sending and that it was changed for being 'alarmist'

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.

Jan 14 • 10:35 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Crime & Justice

An inconvenient truth for Feijóo before the judge of the dana: the leader of the PP acknowledges that emergency management is autonomous

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.

Jan 9 • 21:11 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

‘The perfect storm’: Trump has left the US less prepared for natural disasters, experts say

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.

Jan 4 • 17:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

F.A.Z. Series Faster Smart: How is the German Disaster Protection?

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

Nov 30 • 16:13 UTC

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