Fears For Further Flooding Of River Fergus

It’s feared flooding problems could return to the River Fergus following recent high tides.

Serious breaches along the river embankment between Lisheen in Ballynacally and Kildysart were reported in the past few days following concerns from local landowners.

Clare TD Pat Breen is urging the Office of Public works to outline their actions in relation to repairs to sections of the river bank, which haven’t been allotted funding under the flood relief scheme.

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Deputy Breen says emergency funding is vital to protect people’s livelihoods and to prevent a repeat of last years flooding crisis.