National Emergency Co-ordination Group Convened Ahead of Storm Season

Date: October 2025

As Ireland braces for the arrival of Storm Amy, the National Emergency Co-ordination Group (NECG) has been activated to prepare for potential disruption across the country. The storm, forecast to bring heavy rainfall and strong winds, is expected to impact western and southern counties most severely, according to Met Éireann.

The NECG, which comprises senior representatives from An Garda Síochána, the HSE, local authorities, the Defence Forces, Irish Water, and other key state agencies, is tasked with ensuring a coordinated national response to severe weather events. Preparations include reviewing flood defences, mobilising emergency shelters, and ensuring that critical infrastructure—such as power stations, transport networks, and hospitals—is resilient to extreme conditions.

Authorities are urging the public to exercise caution, particularly in coastal areas prone to storm surges and inland regions at risk of flooding. Motorists are being advised to limit non-essential travel and to check for road closures before setting out. First responders remain on high alert for a potential surge in emergency calls, including incidents related to flooding, fallen trees, and power outages.

Meteorologists have warned that climate change may increase the frequency and intensity of such storms in Ireland, making early preparation by both authorities and the public more critical than ever.

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