The Maloney government has decided to entrust this delicate task to Fabrizio Curcio. Work to lead reconstruction in flood-affected areas which devastated Emilia-Romagna, Tuscany and the Marche in May 2023.
The choice of Curcio, a long-time professional in the field of civil protection, was Officialized by a note from Palazzo Chigi on 31 December 2024.who pointed out how the appointment is the result of discussions with the Minister of Civil Protection and Maritime Policies, the Nilo Museumsi, and the regions involved, in particular the Emilia-Romagna Region. Cursio’s name will be proposed to the next Council of Ministers for final approval.
Who is the new 2023 flood reconstruction commissioner, Fabrizio Curcio?
The choice of Fabrizio Curcio is nothing new, given thatEngineer, born in 1966.The plural is a Extensive experience in emergency management and in the direction of relief operations in crisis situations.
His Careers in Civil Defense It began in 2007, when he was called to direct the Secretariat of the Department of Civil Protection under the leadership of Guido Bertolaso. Curcio has since taken on roles of increasing responsibility, first becoming head of the Civil Protection Department in 2015 and then from 2021 to July 2024, when he was replaced by new head Fabio Cciliano.
Already In the past, Cursio has faced several national emergencies.including the earthquakes in L’Aquila (2009) and Emilia (2012), as well as the management of the environmental disaster caused by the Costa Concordia shipwreck. These events have given him a solid reputation as a crisis manager and as a professional capable of dealing with complex and urgent situations, implementing effective strategies for rescue and loss management.
Reaction to Cursive Appointment
The news of his appointment evoked positive reactions from governors and other political leaders of the regions involved. Michel de Pascal, The president of the Emilia-Romagna region expressed great confidence. In Curcio, recalling his fundamental contribution during the 2023 flood emergency. “I believe that thanks to his skills, his professionalism and our knowledge of the area, we will be able to mark a new step in the reconstruction”, said De Pascale. , indicating how cursive was also important during rescue and damage control operations.
Besides that Marche Region President Francesco Acquaroli expressed his appreciation. For the appointment, wished Curcio a good job and thanked General Francesco Paolo Fagliolo for his efforts thus far. “The Maloney government has continued to demonstrate a close and significant and concrete response to the regions severely affected by emergencies in recent years,” Acquaroli said of the government’s impressive efforts to protect fragile areas. declared highlighting the help.
Role of Extraordinary Commissioner for Reconstruction
An Extraordinary Commissioner for Reconstruction is one. A key figure in a national emergencyAs it is tasked with coordinating interventions to restore infrastructure and help people affected by disaster.
Il The new commissioner will be tasked with implementing the reconstruction plan.This includes addressing issues related to management of public funds, collaboration with local administrations and planning of structural interventions to protect the area from future disasters. Reconstruction will not only concern the physical part of the infrastructure but also focus on it. Economic and social rehabilitation of devastated areasWith a particular focus on families, businesses and agricultural activities that have been hardest hit.
Curcio’s appointment comes after General Francesco Paolo Figlio ended his mandate as extraordinary commissioner. Figliuolo played a critical role in the moment, helping to manage a complex situation and directing resources to deal with the emergency and secure the area. Now, with the introduction of cursive, A new phase of reconstruction opens.There will be long-term challenges, including planning for safe infrastructure and managing resources to support the economic recovery of affected areas.
gave The challenges of reconstruction in Emilia-Romagna, Tuscany and Marche are enormous. The floods caused material and non-material damage, destroying houses, schools, hospitals, roads and bridges, but also greatly affected the local economy, especially the agricultural sector. This is accompanied by the difficulty of coordinating interventions between central government, regions and local administrations and the need to ensure that funds are used efficiently and transparently.
Il Curcio’s job will be to manage all these difficulties.are trying to implement a reconstruction strategy that is not only rapid but also sustainable in the long term.
