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Following communication disruptions during recent severe storms, Latvian emergency services are evaluating the EU's GovSatCom satellite network as a reliable backup to Starlink for critical operations.
Latvian emergency medical services (NMPD) have responded to numerous calls for individuals, including children, suffering from various health problems caused by the heat, even in swimming pools.
Despite the absence of major wildfires in recent years, Latvian authorities emphasize the need for continuous readiness. Firefighters, the State Forest Service, and the military recently conducted joint training exercises in the Smiltene region.
Latvia's emergency services experienced a busy holiday period, with tragic statistics marking the long weekend, including multiple fatalities.
Firefighters and medics in Valmiera, Latvia, recently simulated a hazardous chemical spill scenario to test and improve emergency response protocols, identifying key areas for operational enhancement.
Ahead of the Jāņi (Midsummer) festivities, Latvian emergency services are calling on the public to celebrate safely and responsibly, warning against drunk driving and swimming, and recommending the "112 Latvija" app.