Civil Protection Malta

06/06/2026

🚨 VEHICLE FIRE – ŻEBBUĠ, MALTA 🚨

Earlier today, Civil Protection Malta firefighters from Fire Station 4 responded to a vehicle fire in Żebbuġ.

Upon arrival, crews found one internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle and one electric vehicle (EV) engulfed in flames, with a third vehicle sustaining heat and fire damage.

Firefighters immediately commenced firefighting operations, successfully bringing the incident under control and extinguishing the fire. The area was subsequently made safe, with no injuries reported.

The CPD thanks The Malta Police Force and Transport Malta for their assistance and support throughout the incident.

Is-Servizz Pubbliku | Sigurtà |

02/06/2026

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18/05/2026

Today marks another important milestone in strengthening Malta’s CPD capabilities with the inauguration of new emergency response vehicles for the Civil Protection Malta.

The €7 million investment includes:

🚒 2 Industrial Fire Appliances
☣️ 2 Decontamination Units
🚛 2 Hazmat Trucks

These state of the art vehicles will further enhance the Department’s operational readiness, emergency response efficiency, and capacity to protect the Maltese community during industrial incidents, hazardous material emergencies, and large-scale operations.

The CPD remains dedicated to serving the country with professionalism, preparedness, and resilience.

17/05/2026

🚨 VEHICLE FIRE – ST. LUCIA 🚨

Yesterday evening, CPD firefighters from Station 4 responded to a vehicle fire following a road traffic collision involving an internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in St. Lucia.

The driver sustained injuries in the incident and was conveyed to hospital for further medical treatment.

Emergency crews worked efficiently to bring the situation under control and fully extinguish the fire, ensuring the area was made safe for all those involved.

The Civil Protection Malta extends its sincere thanks to The Malta Police Force and the Mater Dei Hospital Emergency Department for their valuable assistance and support on scene.

Is-Servizz Pubbliku | Saħħa | Sigurtà |

16/05/2026

🚨 VEHICLE FIRE – MELLIEĦA 🚨

Earlier this evening, CPD firefighters from Station 3 responded to a vehicle fire involving an internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in Mellieħa.

Firefighters acted swiftly to contain and extinguish the blaze, and fortunately, no injuries were reported.

The Civil Protection Malta extends its sincere thanks to Transport Malta, The Malta Police Force and the Mater Dei Hospital Emergency Department for their valuable assistance and support on scene.

Is-Servizz Pubbliku | Saħħa | Sigurtà |

12/05/2026

Today, on International Nurses Day, we proudly recognize and celebrate all nurses, especially our nurses and the dedicated nurses of the Emergency Department, with whom we work so closely every day.

Your compassion, professionalism, resilience and commitment to patient care make a difference every single day, often during the most challenging moments. In the Emergency Department particularly, your ability to work under pressure, support one another and provide high quality care in rapidly changing situations is truly admirable.

Thank you for the vital role you all play. We are truly grateful for your hard work, dedication, and unwavering service to our community. 💙

Is-Servizz Pubbliku | Saħħa | Sigurtà | Civil Protection Malta |

12/05/2026

🚨 STRUCTURE FIRE – BIRKIRKARA

Yesterday, the CPD responded to a residential structure fire in Birkirkara.

Firefighters from Fire Stations 1, 2, 3, 4, 8, and 11 were deployed to the scene, where they carried out a long and delicate operation to successfully bring the fire under control and prevent further escalation.

One resident was assisted by emergency personnel and admitted to hospital for further treatment.

The Civil Protection Malta extends its sincere gratitude to the Emergency Department at Mater Dei Hospital, The Malta Police Force, and Enemalta plc for their invaluable assistance and continuous support throughout the operation.

Is-Servizz Pubbliku | Sigurtà | Saħħa |

10/05/2026

Behind every brave responder is a mother whose love, strength, and support helped shape the hero they became.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible mums who stand beside our officers every step of the way. ❤️🚒

Is-Servizz Pubbliku | Sigurtà |

10/05/2026

🚨 SEA RESCUE – QBAJJAR, GOZO

Earlier this afternoon, the Civil Protection Department was alerted that five divers were unable to safely return to shore following a dive off Qbajjar, Gozo.

A coordinated rescue operation involving the Civil Protection Malta and Armed Forces of Malta (AFM) was immediately launched. Rescue teams from Fire Stations 6 and 7 were dispatched to the scene, where all five divers were successfully located and brought safely back to land.

The Civil Protection Department extends its appreciation to all responding entities for their swift coordination, professionalism, and assistance throughout the operation.

Sigurtà | Saħħa | Is-Servizz Pubbliku | Armed Forces of Malta (AFM) |

07/05/2026