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This unit is a critical part of the Department of Urban Planning, Technical Services, and Environment, due to its technical mandates covering both ecological preservation and hazard response.
Core Missions and Responsibilities
The unit combines disaster preparedness and response (Civil Protection) with the enforcement of environmental regulations to protect natural resources and control pollution.
| Mission Category | Key Responsibilities |
| Disaster Risk Management | Develop and update the local disaster risk reduction plan; conduct hazard mapping and vulnerability assessments. |
| Emergency Response | Coordinate and execute immediate response measures during local disasters (floods, fires, epidemics) in collaboration with national services. |
| Public Safety & Awareness | Organize public awareness campaigns and drills on emergency procedures, first aid, and risk mitigation behaviors. |
| Environmental Monitoring | Monitor the quality of the local environment, including air, water, and soil, and track pollution sources and activities. |
| Ecological Protection | Manage and protect municipal forests, green spaces, and parks; oversee reforestation and urban greening initiatives. |
| Nuisance Control | Enforce environmental regulations on noise pollution, air quality, and the illegal discharge of harmful effluents, often issuing warnings or penalties. |
Unit Head Contact Table
| Position/Unit | Official Name | Department | Office Extension (Room No.) | Primary Email |
| Chief of Department | Mr. Chief | Urban Planning & Tech. Services | Room 21 | chief@council.cm |
| Head of Unit | Mr. Head | Civil Protection and Env. Protection | Room 22 | head@council.cm |
| Civil Protection Officer | Mr. Felix | Civil Protection and Env. Protection | Room 23 | felix@council.cm |
| Environmental Inspector | Mr. Hugo | Civil Protection and Env. Protection | Room 24 | hugo@council.cm |