Cork County Local Community Safety Partnership

30/10/2026

Fireworks: Not Worth the Risk

As Halloween approaches, remember that illegal fireworks are dangerous, and can have serious consequences.
Fireworks can cause devastating injuries, including severe burns and eye damage, particularly high-hazard fireworks such as rockets, bangers, Roman candles, cakes/batteries and shells.

Did you know?
• Possessing fireworks with intent to sell or supply can result in a fine of up to €10,000 and up to 5 years imprisonment.
• Throwing or igniting fireworks in a dangerous manner carries similar penalties.
• In 2025, there were 71 charges, summonses or cautions relating to fireworks offences.
• Over the past decade, Gardaí have seized 1,883 illegal explosive items worth more than €347,000 through Operation Tombola.

Operation Tombola continues to target the importation, sale and distribution of illegal fireworks through intelligence-led operations, searches and seizures.

The misuse of fireworks doesn't just put individuals at risk. It also places significant pressure on our emergency services and can cause fear, injury and disruption within communities.

Help keep your community safe: • Never buy or use illegal fireworks. • Report suspicious activity to An Garda Síochána. • Enjoy Halloween celebrations safely and responsibly.

15/10/2026

Drug-related intimidation (DRI) can affect anyone in our communities, and you don't have to face it alone. An Garda Síochána is a key partner in understanding, preventing, addressing and prosecuting this type of criminality.

DRI occurs when a criminal alleges that a sum of money is owed as a result of a drug debt. Individuals or family members may be subjected to intimidation in the form of threats, physical violence, damage to property, various forms of violence. Many victims remain silent for fear of retribution.

Because this is often a cyclical crime - where victims with the means to pay a debt are repeatedly targeted - An Garda Síochána and partner agencies are working to ensure help is available.

If you or someone you know is experiencing drug-related intimidation, there is help and support available, including:

➡️ Garda Reporting Programme: Every Garda Division has a nominated Garda Inspector acting as a designated, confidential point of contact to provide tailored support and practical safety advice.

➡️ The DRIVE Project: An interagency project that sets out systems and structures to respond effectively to drug-related intimidation and associated violence. Free and confidential support services are accessible through the DRIVE website at www.driveproject.ie.

➡️ Local Support: Regional Drug and Alcohol Task Forces operate across the country to provide additional assistance.

For further information visit: www.garda.ie/en/crime/drugs/

06/10/2026

🚗 Free Tyre Safety Checks During Irish Road Safety Week 2026 🚗

Your tyres are your vehicle’s only point of contact with the road, so making sure they are safe and roadworthy is essential.

As part of Irish Road Safety Week 2026, members of the Irish Tyre Industry Association (ITIA) are offering motorists a FREE tyre pressure check and tread depth inspection at participating locations nationwide.

✅ Free tyre pressure check
✅ Free tread depth inspection
✅ Expert tyre safety advice

Visit ITIA.ie to find your nearest ITIA-registered dealer and download a free copy of "Your Guide to Tyre Safety", which also includes information on buying second-hand tyres.
Help keep yourself and other road users safe. Check your tyres today.

02/10/2026

28/08/2026

💜 Looking out for each other could save a life. 💜

Whether at a festival, concert, party, or social gathering, knowing the signs of drug-related distress is vital.

Key warning signs include: ✔️ Confusion or hallucinations ✔️ Extreme drowsiness or unconsciousness ✔️ Blue or pale lips and hands ✔️ Difficulty breathing ✔️ Chest pain or seizures ✔️ Overheating or severe shivering

Don't ignore the signs. If someone appears seriously unwell, call for medical help immediately.

For more drug and alcohol information and support visit Drugs.ie.

25/08/2026

18/08/2026

🚨When responding to an incident, delays caused by tight access can cost valuable time — time that could mean the difference between life and death or saving a home.

👉 Please remember:
• Leave enough space on narrow roads, including those leading to beaches ⛱
• Avoid parking opposite other vehicles where it restricts width
• Think: “Could a fire engine or ambulance get through here?”

It might seem like a small thing, but your parking choice can have a big impact when an emergency happens.

Let’s all do our part to keep roads clear and accessible.

12/08/2026

On International Youth Day, we celebrate the power of young people to inspire positive change.

We recognise the valuable contributions of our Youth representative, Mark Healy and the organisations collaborating with the Cork County Local Community Safety Partnership.

Youth inclusion is essential in building safer, stronger communities. When young people are listened to, valued and actively involved in decisions that affect them, the benefits are felt by everyone.

Together, let us continue to support, empower and invest in the next generation of community leaders.

04/08/2026

🚨 Invitation for Feedback

Have your say on the draft National Strategy for Improving Community Safety published by the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration, Jim O'Callaghan TD.

The strategy aims to strengthen collaboration between communities and public services to create safer communities for everyone.

📖 Read the draft: https://www.gov.ie/en/department-of-justice-home-affairs-and-migration/collections/the-first-draft-national-strategy-for-improving-community-safety/

📝 Make a submission: https://www.gov.ie/en/department-of-justice-home-affairs-and-migration/collections/national-strategy-for-the-improving-of-community-safety/

📅 Deadline: 11 September 2026 at 5.00pm

23/07/2026

🚨 Condition Orange: High Fire Risk 🚨

🟧 A Condition Orange warning is in place until 12pm Friday 24th July.

What this means:
🔥 No barbeques or outdoor fires in forests or recreational areas
🚫 Landowners must follow restrictions on land burning
🚗 Park responsibly – don’t block emergency access routes
⚠️ Be extra vigilant in areas with dry vegetation, including forests, heathland and open countryside
📞 If you see a fire: Call 112 immediately, move to a safe location, and follow emergency instructions.