Reliance on electricity leaves Garda communications system vulnerable to extreme weather and terrorism

An Garda Síochána's communications network crashed during Storm Éowyn and a lack of generators in some stations also compromised the force’s ability to respond. File photo: Niall Carson/PA

Communities are being left vulnerable during potential terrorist attacks and extreme weather events due to insufficient communications networks, a garda has warned.

An Garda Síochána's communications network crashed during Storm Éowyn and a lack of generators in some stations also compromised the force’s ability to respond, Detective Sergeant Rose McGirl said.