Galway City Council and EU Mission Cities will host a free public information event, "Extreme Rainfall Events: Local Action and Solutions", on 26 November 2026 at the Portershed, Market Street, Galway, from 5:00pm to 7:30pm.
The event will provide practical guidance for homeowners, residents' associations, schools, sports and community groups and businesses on preparing for and responding to extreme rainfall events and localised flooding. Some examples explored during the event will include rain planters, garden ponds, permeable paving, green roofs and tree planting to name a few. To register visit: www.GalwayCity.ie/ExtremeRainfall
The event comes as communities across Ireland face increasing challenges from more frequent and intense rainfall linked to climate change.
Attendees will hear from leading experts in meteorology, climate adaptation and biodiversity, and will learn about practical measures that can help reduce flood risk, build local resilience and support nature.
Speakers include Barry Coonan of Met Éireann, David McNicholas, Biodiversity Officer with Galway City Council, 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 event will also highlight local nature-based and community-led solutions that can help manage surface water, reduce flood impacts and support climate adaptation efforts across the city.
Attendance is free and all are welcome. Refreshments will be provided.
The organisation of this event has received support from the Mission Implementation Platform (MIP4Adapt) of the EU Mission on Adaptation to Climate Change. To register visit: www.GalwayCity.ie/ExtremeRainfall