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Severe Flooding in Cork Causes Road Closures and Disruptions Amid Status Orange Warning
Cork experienced widespread flooding yesterday, causing road closures and hazardous conditions following the issuance of a Status Orange weather warning, which remained in effect until last night. The heavy rain impacted many areas across the county, leading to major disruptions as emergency services and Cork County Council worked to manage the flooding. Widespread Flooding and…
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â [Cleared] Vehicle Stuck in Flood Waters Elmvale Wilton
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Reports of a vehicle stuck in flood waters, with the occupant trapped near Elmvale in Wilton. Emergency services are en route. Take care on approach.
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â [Cleared] River Burst its Banks on R858 Bantry Line
Reports the river on the Bantry Line, R585 has burst its banks. Road is impassable as a result.
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Statement: Government Response to Flooding in West Cork
Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Peter Burke has confirmed that he will seek urgent Government approval to reopen the governmentâs Emergency Business Flooding Scheme for businesses impacted by flooding in Bantry, West Cork, should this be necessary. Minister Burke highlighted how: âI am closely monitoring the reports of significant flooding in Bantry, County Cork…
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Cork County Council update on Status Orange Rain Warning – UPDATE 7:45PM
A Status Orange Met Eireann Rainfall Warning remains in eďŹect with signiďŹcant amounts of rainfall being experienced across the county. Up to 65mm of rain has been recorded in some locations over the past 12 hours. Cork County Councilâs Crisis Management Team convened twice today and is scheduled to meet again tonight to assess the impact of these conditions. There has been a specific focus on the Bantry area throughout the…
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Cork County Council update on Status Orange Rain Warning – UPDATE 5:00PM
A Status Orange Met Eireann Rainfall Warning remains in eďŹect with signiďŹcant amounts of rainfall being experienced across the county. Up to 50mm of rain has been recorded in some locations over the past 12 hours. Cork County Councilâs Crisis Management Team convened this afternoon to assess the impact of these conditions. Bantry town experienced minor ďŹooding in the Square and New Street areas. The expected tidal peak in Bantry is at…
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Essential Tips for Driving in Wet Conditions or Heavy Rain
With heavy rain and hazardous weather warnings becoming more frequent, it’s crucial for drivers to be prepared for challenging road conditions. Wet roads and reduced visibility increase the risk of accidents, making it essential to adapt driving behaviour to the conditions. Here are some essential tips to stay safe while driving in wet weather: 1.…
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Statement: Cork City Council Issues Advice for Orange Weather Warning
Archive/Stock Image MET Ăireann has issued an orange rain warning for Cork from 00:00 to 23:59 Saturday 5/10/2024 Significant rainfall is expected between midnight tonight, Friday, October 4, and midnight tomorrow, Saturday, October 5. In advance of this warning, operations crews have been clearing gullies, trash screens and debris and this will continue throughout the…
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Road Safety Weather Alert â Orange and Yellow Weather Warnings
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) is asking road users to exercise caution while using the roads Saturday as Met Eireann has issued Orange and Yellow Weather Warnings for very heavy and persistent rain. There is an Orange Rainfall Warning for Cork and Kerry from Midnight Friday to Saturday 11pm and for Waterford from 12pm â…
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Planning Route for the Midleton Flood Relief Scheme and Individual Property Protection Scheme for Homes and Businesses across Midleton and East Cork Announced
Kieran OâDonnell T.D., Minister of State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works (OPW), today, (4th October 2024) announced âŹ5.8m in funding from the OPW to Cork County Council for the installation of Individual Property Protection measures to some 920 homeowners and businesses impacted by the October 2023, flood event during Storm Babet, across…