Europeans overwhelmingly support stronger EU civil protection cooperation, new Eurobarometer shows

Published on October 30, 2026

Europeans continue to show strong support for a coordinated EU approach to disaster preparedness and response, mutual assistance between countries, and further strengthening Europe’s capacity to prepare for and response to future crises, according to the Special Eurobarometer on EU civil protection.

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