1. Life-Threatening Emergencies: Dial 999 or 112
Safety Advice: Prioritise evacuation. Do not re-enter any structure to retrieve belongings or document damage until the Emergency Services declare it safe. Provide your Eircode and alert operators to hazards like oil tanks or gas cylinders.
2. Regional Emergency Services (Mid-West)
For site safety, crime reporting, and managing mandatory Fire Attendance Charges.
| Service | Limerick | Clare | Tipperary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fire & Rescue | 061 417088 | 065 6821616 | 0818 06 5000 |
| Gardaí | 061 212400 | 065 6848100 | 0504 25100 |
3. National Utility Emergencies
Contact these lines immediately to isolate supplies and prevent further property deterioration.
- ESB Networks: 1800 372 999
- Gas Networks Ireland: 1800 20 50 50
- Uisce Éireann (Water): 1800 278 278
4. Insurance Company 24-Hour Helplines
Once the property is stable, notify your insurer. Most providers now prioritise reporting via their official claims portals.
- Allianz: allianz.ie/claims | 01 613 3909
- Aviva: aviva.ie/claims | 1800 147 147
- AXA: axa.ie/claims | 0818 7 365 24
- FBD: fbd.ie/claims | 01 761 7617
- Red Click: libertyinsurance.ie/claims | 1800 77 1800
- Intact: intactinsurance.ie/claims | 01 290 1000
- Zurich: zurich.ie/claims | 01 609 1436