Council Launches Coastal Emergency Drills Hours After The Leader Criticism
In a remarkable coincidence, Orihuela City Council launched a programme of beach emergency drills on the same day that The Leader criticised the apparent absence of such exercises along Orihuela Costa. The Coastal Department announced that safety, rescue and environmental simulations would take place on Tuesday, August 18, and Wednesday, August 19, at several beaches […] The post Council Launches…
Orihuela City Council initiated a series of emergency drills along Orihuela Costa's beaches just hours after The Leader criticized the lack of such exercises. The Coastal Department organized the drills on Tuesday and Wednesday, August 18-19, at eight beaches across the municipality. The safety drills focused on beach safety, rescue, and first aid simulations, involving officers from the local police, civil protection volunteers, lifeguards, rescue personnel, and municipal staff.
Communication systems were also tested to ensure efficient information sharing among agencies. Environmental drills followed on Wednesday, simulating potential incidents affecting the coastline and its natural environment. The Coastal Department stated that the initiative aims to enhance prevention, planning, and operational preparedness, ultimately protecting residents and visitors while preserving the municipality's beaches and environmentally sensitive areas.
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