In the European Netherlands, a safety region (Dutch: veiligheidsregio) is a public body whose task is to facilitate regional cooperation in dealing with crises, disasters and disruptions of public order.
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![]() Safety regions of the Netherlands | |
Location | European Netherlands |
Number | 25 safety regions |
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Each municipal executive belongs to one of the twenty-five safety regions.[1] Together they are responsible for drawing up joint regulations for crisis management and for administering the emergency services (fire brigade and Regional Medical Assistance Organisation [nl]) in their respective region.[1]
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