Civil protection structure maps out 2026 work plan

The Unitary Police Service (SPU) held the first working meeting of the year for the city’s civil protection structure.

The meeting aimed to improve civil protection operations and enhance efficiency in responding to sudden public incidents.

The session was held at the Civil Protection Operations Center (COPC) and was chaired by Secretary for Security and Civil Protection Commander Chan Tsz King.

The meeting reviewed civil protection work carried out in 2025 and discussed prevention and planning priorities for the new year.

During the meeting, Chan noted that Macau experienced severe extreme weather in 2025, with 14 tropical storms affecting the region – the highest number since records began in 1968.

The civil protection structure launched four response operations during the year, including the issuance of a red (highest-level) storm surge warning during Super Typhoon Ragasa. During that event, the government fully activated its contingency mechanism, following the principles of “prevention, timely intervention, and post-incident recovery” to safeguard the lives and property of residents and visitors.

The official also said that public services must remain vigilant, strictly adhere to the principle of “preparing for adversity,” and continue optimizing Macau’s public security strategic planning while promoting regional emergency cooperation mechanisms.

He added that emergency response capabilities should be strengthened to fulfill civil protection responsibilities, ensure regular oversight, and raise public awareness through education to help build a stronger public security defense system.

During the meeting, representatives of 29 civil protection entities presented and discussed their 2026 work plans, the preparation of the “Crystal Fish 2026” drill, reviews of contingency plans, and community awareness strategies to support effective civil protection operations in the coming year.