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German Committee for Disaster Reduction e.V. (ger.: Deutsches Komitee Katastrophenvorsorge e.V.)
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EVENT NOTICE: RETTMOBIL INTERNATIONAL 2024
The leading international trade fair for rescue and mobility takes place in Fulda this May and offers a varied programme with over 450 exhibitors from 20 countries. In addition to an off-road course, there will be a variety of different exercises, applications and...
Successful civil protection initiative
The Hessian initiative to strengthen civil protection was successful in the Bundesrat. The motion for a resolution "Comprehensive strengthening of civil protection by the federal and state governments" was adopted unanimously. Ten billion in ten years The Interior...
THE BBK CELEBRATES ITS 20TH BIRTHDAY
The flood of the century on the Danube and Elbe and the attacks of September 11, 2001, destroyed the sense of security of previous years. It became apparent that Germany was inadequately prepared for crises and disasters. In order to strengthen the security of the...
Participation in climate adaptation in Bonn
Until 5th May 2024 you have the chance to contribute to the concept of climate change adaptation in Bonn. How can the city make the most of enabling its potential to tackle the challenge of climate change and an adapted city. On the interactive map you can share your...
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What is disaster risk reduction?
Storms, natural hazards and extreme events can quickly become a danger to people and the environment. But climate change, extreme urbanization, power outages and fires also offer potential hazards.
A disaster occurs when the functioning of a community or society is impaired or interrupted and, as a result, high human, material, economic and ecological losses occur that cannot be managed alone.
Precautionary measures can help to reduce the consequences and impact of the disaster. Depending on the hazard and personal circumstances, the precautionary measures to be taken may vary.
Find out more about potential hazards and individual precautionary measures on our topic pages.