Germany has activated a civil protection plan, including the readaptation of underground shelters, as it considers a potential war possible. The move reopens questions about access to these bunkers.

The German government has approved a new €10 billion Civil Defense Plan, which includes creating shelters in ordinary locations like underground parking lots and metro stations, marking a departure from Cold War-era bunker concepts.

Germany is implementing a major boost to its civil defense, significantly strengthening its capabilities.

Germany is reportedly developing a comprehensive plan to strengthen civil defense in case of war or a major crisis, including potential chemical and nuclear scenarios. The plan involves significant investments in shelters, emergency equipment, and digital warning systems.

Cuba's civil defense agency published a 'family guide' for 'protection against military aggression' amidst heightened tensions, in preparation for a potential US invasion.

The police chief in Suðurnes, Iceland, stated that lessons have been learned from each volcanic eruption, with improvements already made based on a new report on civil defense actions and responses to seismic activity near Grindavík.

The Swiss Army and Civil Defense announced that the traditional physical service booklet will be replaced by digital solutions, with relevant service information to be managed through a new digital platform starting June 1st.

Eight people, including civil defense rescuers, were killed and two soldiers wounded in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon, according to the country's Health Ministry, despite an existing ceasefire.

Lord George Robertson suggested that mandatory civil defense duty, similar to the Swedish model, should be considered for implementation in Britain.

Gaza's Hamas-controlled civil defense reported that five people, including three children, were killed in an Israeli attack.

Quelque 770 Palestiniens ont été tués depuis l’entrée en vigueur d’un cessez-le-feu fragile à Gaza le 10 octobre.

The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) has reminded local government units in Negros to ensure no human activity within the 4-kilometer permanent danger zone of Kanlaon Volcano.

Norwegian authorities have issued guidance on what citizens should do if an atomic bomb strikes Norway or neighboring countries, emphasizing the need for rapid action within minutes.

Mayon Volcano in Albay, Philippines, displayed "short-lived" lava fountaining on Maundy Thursday, April 2, as reported by the Office of Civil Defense.

The Lithuanian Ministry of National Defense and municipalities plan to strengthen civil resistance by developing a network of at least 10 citizenship centers across different municipalities. These centers aim to enhance general defense capabilities and promote civic engagement.

Civil Defense authorities have informed the public that enabling emergency alerts on iPhones requires users to update their devices to the latest software version.

A new Audit Office memorandum in Cyprus highlights the dismantled state of the country's civil defense shelter program, with Google Maps directing citizens to non-existent facilities.

Members of Lithuania's National Security and Defense Committee (NSGK) suggest that adapting hospitals for wartime conditions could be financed through civil defense funds. While some medical institutions have prepared emergency plans, funding for their implementation is currently lacking.

At least four Palestinians were killed in the Gaza Strip by Israeli airstrikes on Thursday, according to the territory’s civil defense agency, marking a violation of an ongoing truce.

Israel targets car in Sidon, killing two including civil defense rescuer  Naharnet

An engineer in Israel is proposing a substantial improvement in civil defense measures, aiming to enhance the country's preparedness and security infrastructure.

Some municipalities in Latvia are refusing EU co-financing for the establishment of shelters, highlighting that the country's civil defense sector was neglected before Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Despite four years of war in Ukraine, Latvia still lacks adequate shelters.

Drone attacks in the Eastern Mediterranean have caused fear in Cyprus and exposed serious deficiencies in its civil defense system. Authorities admit the country is not adequately prepared for a potential expansion of the Middle East conflict.

Saudi Arabia's Civil Defense announced that two people were killed and 12 injured when a missile struck a residential area in Riyadh province.

The city of Vilnius has introduced a new mobile application called 'Kovas' to inform residents about emergency situations and important events. The app now features new functionality, allowing access to civil defense maps and navigation routes offline.

Israel has mobilized 20,000 civil defense reservists in response to Iranian rocket attacks, deploying them to assist with evacuations, operate shelters, and provide first aid.

Gaza's civil defense ministry said Israeli strikes killed at least five people on Friday. Violence has continued in the Palestinian territory despite a U.S.-brokered truce th...

It took 18 minutes for the head of the Civil Defense to be informed about an air raid siren error, by which time the police had already notified the public.

Civil Defense forces in Saudi Arabia are intensifying safety inspections and field operations across the Arafat camps.

Iraqi civil defense authorities have closed more than 11,000 buildings across the country due to various fire safety violations.

In Havana, the possibility of a US intervention is a renewed topic of conversation, with Cuba's civil defense sharing a guide on how families can protect themselves in case of a 'military attack.'

The Fire Service and Civil Defence week has commenced in Jessore. The event likely includes activities and awareness campaigns related to fire safety and civil defense.

Germany plans to invest 10 billion euros in civil protection by 2029 to enhance its preparedness. This includes measures such as acquiring 110,000 field beds and conducting an inventory of shelters.

The ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon was extended yesterday, but attacks reportedly continue, with Lebanon reporting six deaths after a civil defense center was hit.

A working group reviewed Iceland's civil defense response to seismic activity near Grindavík, highlighting unclear decision-making and accountability. The Minister of Justice plans to use the report to reform civil defense laws.

European countries, with Poland at the forefront, are increasing defense spending and training citizens in civil defense as they prepare for a more dangerous world and economic upheaval.

Readiness for action in crisis situations was tested in Jelgava on Tuesday, April 28. Practical civil defense drills simulated floods and the evacuation of residents.

Despite four years of war in Ukraine, Latvia's civil defense shelters are still in early stages of development, with capacity for only about a quarter of the population.

According to the fire department, there are currently fewer than 1600 permanent shelters for approximately 310,000 people in the Czech Republic in case of a military threat. However, their numbers vary across individual regions.

A new law on population protection and civil defense came into effect in Poland on January 1, 2025, representing an effort to create a modern system of state and societal resilience in both peacetime and wartime, drawing lessons from the conflict in Ukraine.

Lithuanian homebuyers are increasingly evaluating more criteria than just location, including community, civil defense facilities, and the sustainability of the construction company, when choosing a property.

Civil defense authorities have reported fatalities resulting from Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip.

An inspection of civil defense shelters in Denmark, which has been delayed, has so far uncovered problems in almost one-third of the facilities examined.

One of Lithuania's largest civil defense exercises this year is taking place in Jonava, simulating a dangerous scenario involving a drone attack, fire, and a large-scale chemical accident at the 'Achema' fertilizer plant.

Saudi Civil Defense reported that debris from a drone interception fell on residential homes in Al-Kharj, indicating a recent aerial defense incident in the region.

The Latvian State Fire and Rescue Service (VUGD) is enhancing civil defense preparedness, including public education and large-scale exercises, and has prepared a cell broadcast message text to alert residents about potential air threats.

Police in Greece are distributing requisition orders, and self-protection groups are being organized by Civil Defense, raising questions about their purpose and the ongoing situation.

German Interior Minister Dobrindt advocates for integrating civil defense into school curricula, believing it would benefit students and their families amidst global crises.

Ana Burkovskiene, a representative of the Polish minority in Lithuania, has been appointed as the new Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs, with responsibilities including state security and civil defense.

The European Union and Iceland are set to sign a long-awaited defense agreement, following discussions initiated by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen last July to enhance cooperation on hybrid threats and civil defense.

A new Polish law on civil protection and defense (uolioc) imposes fresh obligations on investors of public utility buildings and facilities, requiring them to function as protective structures.

Civil defense specialists in Lithuania emphasize that safety during extreme situations depends on both state actions and citizens' preparedness, providing key steps and funding options for setting up individual shelters.

Drone falls in Zulfi area residential site, no injuries: Saudi Arabia Civil Defense  Kuwait Times

Delfi's SAUGU initiative launched a map of shelters and sirens, with many shelters located in underground garages. Separately, a Lithuanian army representative described a conscript's daily life at a SAUGU forum.

Civil defense specialists in Jēkabpils municipality are assessing residents in flood-risk zones as the region prepares for potential flooding, with most residents unconcerned but some taking precautions.

The State Data Agency in Lithuania has created an interactive flood risk map, allowing municipalities to identify areas prone to flooding, though it will initially be accessible only to local authorities and civil defense.

Taiwan's military has initiated summer combat camps as part of an effort to enhance the island's civil defense capabilities.

Lebanon's civil defense has reported that humanitarian facilities in the southern part of the country were destroyed following an Israeli attack.

An article questions Vilnius's civil defense preparedness, suggesting more communication than actual readiness, despite the mayor's active comments on the issue.

Germany has introduced a new "Pact for Population Protection," a disaster protection concept aimed at strengthening the country's civil defense capabilities. The plan outlines measures to improve national preparedness.

Full-scale civil defense exercises, simulating a plane incident, are scheduled to take place at Vilnius Airport on Tuesday morning.

Full-scale civil defense exercises are scheduled to take place at Vilnius Airport on Tuesday, May 19, from 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM, with no expected impact on flights or passengers.

As focus on civil defense and emergency preparedness grows, municipalities are actively seeking solutions to provide essential assistance to residents during crises. Shirvintos district municipality is one such example, preparing a container with all necessary supplies for extreme situations.

The Širvintos district municipality has proactively acquired three mobile civil defense containers equipped with essential supplies for residents during emergency situations. These containers have been placed in the most remote elderates from Širvintos city.

Local government units in the Soccsksargen region of the Philippines have been warned by the Office of Civil Defense to brace for a possible "super" El Niño phenomenon expected to hit the country starting June.

Tenel Oy, a concrete element factory in Kouvola, Finland, is expanding its operations and hiring dozens of new employees. The company, which has been operating for only three years, produces elements for rapidly constructed civil defense shelters.

During a civil defense panel at the European Economic Congress in Katowice, General Leon Komornicki proposed the establishment of a Ministry of Emergency Situations in Poland, citing the country's pro

A bakery in Waiwhetu, Wellington, decided to show appreciation by offering free pies to all fire, police, ambulance, civil defense, and support crews.

A large fire is burning on Hitra, Norway, possibly covering hundreds of square kilometers, with helicopters and civil defense deployed to the scene.

The war in Ukraine has prompted European states, including Lithuania, to re-evaluate civil defense infrastructure, highlighting the clear differences between Finland's decades-old shelters and Lithuania's reactivated systematic development of such facilities.

Gaza's civil defense reported that seven people were killed in an Israeli airstrike during the night, raising concerns about the ongoing conflict.

At least 15 people, including a four-year-old child and seven members of one family, were killed in Israeli attacks in Southern Lebanon, according to civil defense. In response, Hezbollah fired rockets into Northern Israel.

State-level complex civil defense exercises are scheduled to take place in Jonava, Lithuania, on Thursday, preparing for potential emergencies.

A new survey indicates that 54% of Lithuanian residents now know how to act in an emergency situation, reflecting a consistent increase in civil defense awareness.

Cyprus's Ministry of Interior has acknowledged deficiencies in the civil defense shelter program and the SafeCY app, criticized in a recent Audit Office report, stating that improvement efforts have been underway for three years.

The Anambra Police Command has apprehended a suspected Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) officer along with two other individuals in connection with an alleged robbery in Ogidi, Idemili North Local Government Area.

Interest in crisis preparedness is growing in Latvia, but remains insufficient, with only 19% of residents participating in civil defense or crisis management training in 2024.

Israel targets car in Sidon, killing two including civil defense rescuers  Naharnet

Firefighters have been battling a wildfire in Ålesund throughout the night, with civil defense and police also on site. Two fire helicopters are ready to assist as the blaze remains uncontrolled.

Local governments emphasize building social resilience and educating residents to be self-sufficient during the first hours of a crisis. This is seen as a crucial task for civil defense.

The conflict in Iran has reignited discussions in Serbia regarding the adequacy of its civil defense systems and nuclear shelters, with critics claiming the infrastructure is primitive.

Two people were killed and 12 injured in Saudi Arabia on Sunday when a military projectile fell on a residential area, the Saudi Civil Defense service reported.

Cyprus's Interior Minister plans to propose to the Cabinet that new apartment buildings be required to allocate basement space for civil defense shelters, as part of an effort to expand the island's shelter network.

Authorities confirmed that the Akrotiri municipality will remain under evacuation until Friday, with the situation to be reassessed at the end of the week, as civil defense teams continue patrols.

German civil defense services are promoting an 'active reserve' model, with the Federal Office of Civil Protection and Disaster Assistance (BBK) reminding citizens to maintain a 10-day food supply for crises like floods or power outages.

Carl-Oskar Bohlin, Sweden's Minister for Civil Defense, claims he is under intense surveillance from the Social Democratic headquarters, stating someone with knowledge informed him of the situation.