More than 270 people to receive emergency training in Orihuela City

Orihuela City Council is resuming its emergency prevention and response training program, this time extending it to students, educators, and adults. The initiative, a collaboration between the council’s Emergency and Education departments, seeks to enhance personal safety and provide practical guidance on handling dangerous situations.

The program kicks off on October 23, with a session for 21 teachers at the Official Language School in Orihuela, followed by a talk for approximately 100 individuals at the Adult Education Centre on November 5, at 7pm. Additional sessions for 150 pupils are planned for CEIP Andrés Manjón on November 17 and 18, starting at 9am. Altogether, 271 people are anticipated to participate in the talks.

These sessions cover identifying potential risks, adhering to evacuation procedures, and responding to various emergencies, while also offering basic safety and self-protection advice, such as when and how to call the emergency number 112. Orihuela City Council's Emergency Councillor Víctor Valverde emphasized that the council aims for the community to know how to react in emergencies.

He stressed that understanding fundamental procedures, remaining calm, and knowing when to call 112 can be crucial in a dangerous situation. Valverde stated, "Prevention starts with training," and added that the sessions were being expanded to reach families and the broader community, alongside students. The program continues work conducted in local schools during the previous academic year, which focused on risk prevention, evacuation procedures, and reactions to different emergencies.

The Emergency Department is also prepared to assist schools in organizing and coordinating evacuation drills that suit their facilities and requirements. These drills aim to reinforce the training and aid students and staff in preparing for potential evacuations.