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Over 250 rescuers from Europe to take part in MD'EU MODEX 2026 exercise organized in Moldova
5+ hour, 42+ min ago (774+ words) Over 250 rescuers and emergency management specialists from more European states on June 15-19 will participate in the international field exercise, MD'EU MODEX 2026, hosted by Moldova within the European Union Civil Protection Mechanism. The exercise will simulate the response to major floods…...
Oklahoma Emergency Management launches new disaster recovery training program
4+ hour, 59+ min ago (215+ words) Karmelo Anthony was found guilty of murder on Tuesday in the stabbing death of a Texas high school athlete during a track meet. OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (KOKH) " The Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management (OEM) is launching a new training program…...
New statewide training aims to strengthen disaster recovery efforts in Oklahoma
2+ hour, 1+ min ago (174+ words) The Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management is launching a new disaster recovery training program aimed at helping local governments, Tribal Nations and emergency response partners better prepare for future disasters. The first workshop is scheduled for June 11 in Muskogee and…...
Philippines Earthquake: Rescuers race to reach survivors after powerful quake
11+ hour, 23+ min ago (68+ words) The search for survivors continues as emergency crews race against time in the aftermath of a powerful earthquake that has devastated parts of the southern Philippines. With dozens reported dead, hundreds injured, and thousands displaced, authorities are still assessing the…...
Rescue Efforts Underway as Philippine Quake Death Toll Hits 37
10+ hour, 56+ min ago (408+ words) The death toll from the strongest earthquake to hit the Philippines in five decades has increased to 37, an official said, with rescue operations underway as families and businesses grapple with huge damage to properties. Office of Civil Defense Assistant Secretary…...
Philippines earthquake rescue efforts continue
16+ hour, 47+ min ago (531+ words) Published'Jun 09, 2026, 12: 22 PM Updated'Jun 09, 2026, 04: 38 PM GENERAL SANTOS, Philippines " Rescuers searched the rubble on June 9 of a collapsed building in the southern Philippine city of General Santos, the worst hit by a powerful earthquake that has killed at least 37 people and injured…...
UP to set up NDRF-style rescue force in 10 districts; 240 personnel to be trained
1+ day, 7+ hour ago (73+ words) CNBC TV18 UP to set up NDRF-style rescue force in 10 districts; 240 personnel to be trained Uttar Pradesh is preparing to significantly strengthen its disaster management and fire safety infrastructure through a specialised rescue force, expanded firefighting capabilities, new fire stations and…...
DSWD's Quick Response Teams deployed in Sarangani; food assistance underway for earthquake-hit families
1+ day, 10+ hour ago (704+ words) The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has deployed Quick Response Teams (QRTs) in evacuation sites in Sarangani province, providing immediate assistance to families affected by the magnitude 7. 8 earthquake that struck on Monday (June 8). In a Facebook post, DSWD…...
Antique Hosts First Asia-Pacific Humanitarian Training on Disaster Readiness
1+ day, 20+ hour ago (234+ words) The training, which runs from June 6 to 15 in San Jose de Buenavista, is being organized by the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office in partnership with the World Organization of the Scout Movement and the Boy Scouts of the…...
Community rescue squads resume activities in Kozhikode's landslide-prone areas
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (16+ words) Community rescue squads in Kozhikode resume operations to enhance disaster preparedness amid monsoon-related landslide threats....