DRK Lays Foundation for Major Disaster Relief Center in Brandenburg

The new facility aims to enhance rapid response capabilities for crises both in Germany and internationally.

The German Red Cross (DRK) is constructing one of Germany's largest disaster relief centers in Luckenwalde, Brandenburg, set to be completed by 2026.
The 34,000-square-meter facility will store essential supplies like hygiene kits, tents, and mobile medical units to aid in emergencies such as extreme weather events.
A unique feature of the center will be its ability to support 5,000 people autonomously with mobile care modules, including field hospitals and communication infrastructure.
The center's strategic location allows for efficient distribution of resources via nearby airports, enhancing the DRK's international crisis response capabilities.
Despite the development, the DRK calls for increased federal investment in disaster preparedness, highlighting the need for additional mobile care units and trained support personnel.