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EWEs are becoming defining features of the 21st century. An effective but safe response requires a tight collaboration between science and practice.
The report summarises the state of relevant science from a European perspective.
Key Personnel from ten Modules, an EUCPT and TAST exercised UCPM response procedures for Wild Fires in Portugal.
Learning through deployment: Slovakia's experience in strengthening wildfire preparedness through the Union Civil Protection Mechanism.
A hands-on kit helping learners explore wildfire risk through play, collaboration and real-world territorial decision-making.
European Commission report which aims to share information and good practice on managing forest fires.
SparkleFire is advancing innovative educational tools that place experience at the experience at the centre of learning.
SparkleFire: playing with fire for disaster risk reduction
The SparkleFire project promotes education in wildfire risk management and preparedness through a board game co-created across European bioregions
The project SparkleFire started in February 2025. It will explore, design and implement games to increase awareness of wildfire risk.
Feasibility studies on the promotion of better practice and raising capacity of State Fire and Rescue Service of Latvia - Track I
Set of guidelines which set out objectives, define shared areas of work and identify the main stakeholders in wildland fire management.
The central findings of UNESCO's holistic approach to fire risks, as set out in its Fire Risk Management Guide for Cultural and Natural Heritage.
The "Europe Wildfires Overview (June-August 2024)" map depicts the locations of wildfire throughout Europe in the summer of 2024.
Discover how Copernicus EMS products improve early warning, preparedness, response and recovery activities for flood and wildfire events.
On the occasion of International Women’s day, we spoke to Susanne Klatt, Team Leader EUCP and Fire Officer, Essen Fire Brigade (Germany).
Exercise took place in Tuesday, 28th Μay 2024, 09:00-14:00
As wildfires grow in intensity and frequency, the need for advanced tools to manage these emergencies becomes more critical.
Terms of Reference on certification and recertification of capacities in EU Civil Protection Pool
Greece has activated the UCPM to request assistance with wildfires in the country. UCPM countries have already responded to the call.
The newly selected regions that applied for the 2nd Open Call belong to 19 countries and will receive more than EUR 6,6 million in cumulated funding.
After the social event last night, the final summary day have started including the team feedback sessions.
The Overwatch Project was excited to participate in the event to discuss how advanced technologies can enhance wildfire management strategies.
It poses social challenges since the perception of wildfire risk is likely to be low due to the region’s historical lack of major incidents.