13/11/2026
Galway To Host Public Event On Rainfall And Flooding
Galway City Council and EU Mission Cities will hold a free public information event on extreme rainfall and local flooding on 26 November 2026. The event, "Extreme Rainfall Events: Local Action and Solutions", will take place at the Portershed on Market Street, Galway, from 5pm to 7.30pm.
Homeowners, residents' associations, schools, sports and community groups and businesses will receive practical guidance on preparing for and responding to heavy rainfall and localised flooding. Examples to be discussed include rain planters, garden ponds, permeable paving, green roofs and tree planting.
The event comes as communities across Ireland face growing challenges from more frequent and intense rainfall linked to climate change. Experts in meteorology, climate adaptation and biodiversity will discuss measures to reduce flood risk, strengthen local resilience and support nature.
Speakers will include Met Éireann's Barry Coonan, Galway City Council biodiversity officer David McNicholas and Dr Cera Slevin of Climate Matters.
Tiarnan McCusker, Community Climate Action Officer with Galway City Council, said: "As climate change continues to increase the frequency and intensity of extreme rainfall events, it is more important than ever that communities are equipped with the knowledge and practical tools to respond. This event will provide useful, actionable advice for householders, community groups and businesses, helping them to understand local risks and identify measures that can make a real difference. By working together at community level, we can strengthen resilience and better prepare for future weather extremes."
The programme will also highlight local nature-based and community-led approaches to managing surface water, limiting flood impacts and supporting climate adaptation across the city.
Everyone is welcome, and refreshments will be provided. Registration is available at www.GalwayCity.ie/ExtremeRainfall.
The event's organisation has been supported by the Mission Implementation Platform (MIP4Adapt) of the EU Mission on Adaptation to Climate Change.
Homeowners, residents' associations, schools, sports and community groups and businesses will receive practical guidance on preparing for and responding to heavy rainfall and localised flooding. Examples to be discussed include rain planters, garden ponds, permeable paving, green roofs and tree planting.
The event comes as communities across Ireland face growing challenges from more frequent and intense rainfall linked to climate change. Experts in meteorology, climate adaptation and biodiversity will discuss measures to reduce flood risk, strengthen local resilience and support nature.
Speakers will include Met Éireann's Barry Coonan, Galway City Council biodiversity officer David McNicholas and Dr Cera Slevin of Climate Matters.
The programme will also highlight local nature-based and community-led approaches to managing surface water, limiting flood impacts and supporting climate adaptation across the city.
Everyone is welcome, and refreshments will be provided. Registration is available at www.GalwayCity.ie/ExtremeRainfall.
The event's organisation has been supported by the Mission Implementation Platform (MIP4Adapt) of the EU Mission on Adaptation to Climate Change.
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