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Criação da Defesa Civil
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Criação da Defesa Civil

The Origins of Civil Defense in Brazil

Initial Establishment and Historical Context

  • The concept of Civil Defense in Brazil began in 1942, initiated by the Federal Government during World War II, particularly after the sinking of Brazilian ships Arará and Itajiba by German forces.
  • This early phase focused on establishing passive air defense services as a response to wartime threats, marking the inception of organized civil protection efforts in Brazil.

Key Events Leading to Institutionalization

  • Significant events that highlighted the need for a dedicated civil defense body included intense rainfall incidents in Caraguatatuba and catastrophic fires at the Joelma and Andraus buildings.