Their event kicks off at 3 o'clock.
Extinction Rebellion Athlone is joining the global climate strike in Westmeath today.
The organisers are encouraging everyone in area to take part in the event, which begins outside the town library at 3 o'clock this afternoon.
Member of the group, Julie O' Donoghue says time is running out and action is needed now:
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