How to protect ourselves from forest fires
Public collaboration plays a key part in achieving a mountain free of fires.
The City Police reaches its historical maximum
The City Police currently has 3,500 officers, the highest number ever. Women account for 19% of the corps, also the highest percentage to date.
Barcelona’s firefighters are returning to the city’s markets
On various Fridays and Saturdays during the year, the fire service will be explaining how to prevent fires in the home and what to do if one breaks out.
Starting February 1st, new updates to the Byelaw on Pedestrian and Vehicle Traffic
Which seek to prioritise pedestrians and regulate personal mobility vehicles (PMVs) and their use around the city.
The Area of Security, Prevention and Coexistence leads the city of Barcelona's public security and prevention policies. It is made up of three large areas of action: the Guàrdia Urbana [city] police force, the Fire Brigade and the Prevention Services Department.
News
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16/10/2025 - 12:41 h Security and prevention Firefighters and the City Police take part in a drill at a Barcelona shopping centreOver 250 people took part in the exercise, putting to the test coordination between security and emergency corps.
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16/10/2025 - 08:53 h City Council New visual identity for the City CouncilThe new communication signature aims to strengthen the city’s identity and the connection with citizens.
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15/10/2025 - 11:55 h Security and prevention The Fire Service takes part in World Restart a Heart Day with a day of activitiesactivitatsThe Espai Bombers is holding an open day on Thursday, 16 October, from 4 pm to 8 pm, with CPR workshops and a chance to visit ambulances.
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14/10/2025 - 15:44 h Security and prevention Barcelona Fire Service and the City Police return to the Employment FairThe fair is being held at Fira de Barcelona on 23 and 24 October.
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