What Changed
- Establishment of the PreparEU Advisory Group by the European Commission.
- Assignment of strategic advisory functions to President Ursula von der Leyen and Commissioner Hadja Lahbib.
- Focus on tackling accelerating disaster risks, including extreme weather events and wildfires.
On 30 October 2026, the European Commission announced the establishment of the PreparEU Advisory Group on European Disaster Preparedness. The newly created advisory group is mandated to deliver strategic advice directly to the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, and the Commissioner for Equality, Preparedness and Crisis Management, Hadja Lahbib. The group's primary focus is to assist EU leadership in addressing accelerating disaster risks across the region, specifically targeting threats posed by extreme weather events and wildfires.
Who May Be Affected
EU institutions, crisis management authorities, disaster response entities, and populations in areas vulnerable to wildfires and extreme weather events.
Cross-Border Context
Reflects EU-level strategy to enhance cross-border preparedness and coordinated crisis response to severe weather and natural disasters.
What to check next
- Check official European Commission press releases for details regarding the full membership and official terms of reference of the PreparEU Advisory Group.
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