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A further six Covid-related deaths have been reported today and 612 cases have been confirmed.
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A further six Covid-related deaths have been reported today and 612 cases have been confirmed.
10AM UPDATE: ESB Networks to release 225 tonnes of water per second through Inniscarra dam The real concern in the city today is anywhere near a river. It's feared rivers such as the Shournagh in Cloghroe, the Bride in Blackpool, the Curraheen River, Glashaboy River in Glanmire and Tramore River in Togher may burst their banks. The Lee Road is closed this morning and care is needed along the Carrigrohane Straight as the Lee Fields are flooded. There is also spot flooding on the roads between Inniscarra and the city. Meanwhile the Fire Service are dealing with fallen trees in Maryborough Hill ...
UPDATE: Up to 25 millimetres of rain has already fallen in Cork since last night. A status Orange warning for rain remains in place for Cork until 9pm- with up to 80 millimetres of rain expected to fall. Motorists are being warned to avoid travelling if they can, and to expect spot flooding, excess surface water and very high winds if they do travel. There are reports of flooding on the Bantry to Cork Road, at the bridge in Rathcoole, at Longfield's Bridge in Mallow and close to the filling station on the N71 on the Innishannon side of Bandon. A section of the R587 is impassab...
A spokesman for Cork City Council warned that the current severe weather event is not over. “Cork City Council is advising the public that the current severe weather event is not over,” he added. “Cork City will continue to experience heavy rain and gale force winds for the rest of the day and into the evening. “Due to the waterlogged land, tree roots foundations are weakened and run-off of rainwater into rivers and on to roads is increased. “The continuing adverse weather conditions will lead to further river flooding this evening. ��Blue Watch crews are dealing with numerous f...
Spot flooding across Cork city and county with heavy rain set to continue As flooding has worsened, Inchigaggin Lane is now closed. Picture credit: Cork City Council Amy Nolan Spot flooding has occurred in a number of areas in the city and county as heavy rainfall and strong winds continue to batter Cork. Met Éireann's Status Yellow rainfall and wind warnings will remain in effect until 4pm today. ⚠️As flooding has worsened, Inchigaggin Lane is now closed. Driving conditions are poor so please continue to drive with care. Some of the current road restrictions across the city may contin...