civil defence
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Ziad Samir Itani, who was leading the civil defence team, said this was "new to Beirut".
From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026
The Iranian government has not publicly detailed any nationwide civil defence protocols in response to the attacks.
From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026
Gaza's civil defence agency spokesman, Mahmud Bassal, appealed for the full reopening of Rafah to allow the entry of unlimited aid and equipment for reconstruction.
From Barron's • Jan. 27, 2026
The government civil defence department said Sunday that nearly 1,200,000 people had been preemptively evacuated ahead of the approaching typhoon.
From Barron's • Nov. 9, 2025
The national civil defence office confirmed on Thursday 114 reported deaths, though that tally did not include an additional 28 recorded by Cebu provincial authorities.
From Barron's • Nov. 6, 2025
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