MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – Measures to support fire response, particularly in southern Member States – E-000960/2025

Question for written answer  E-000960/2025
to the Commission
Rule 144
Geadis Geadi (ECR)

Every summer, European Union countries are faced with devastating fires, which endanger forests, citizens and biodiversity. The consequences of such phenomena are irreversible and directly and indirectly affect the economy and quality of life of every country affected by them. The combination of high temperatures and drought raises the level of risk, making immediate and effective intervention by EU mechanisms and services imperative wherever and whenever needed.

Accordingly:

• 1.What specific measures has the Commission put in place to improve and strengthen the Civil Protection Mechanism (EUCPM), so that all the services involved are at high levels of operational readiness?
• 2.What measures has the Commission put in place to improve coordination between Member States to ensure the delivery of aid, particularly to the southern Member States?

Submitted: 6.3.2025