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(File Photo) The Poulaphouca reservoir, situated at the Blessington Lakes in west Wicklow, is operated by ESB for hydroelectric power generation
Kildare County Council’s Severe Weather Assessment Team joined a further meeting of the sub-group of the National Emergency Coordination Group today, coordinating the ongoing response to the impact of recent heavy rainfall on the River Liffey and Poulaphouca Reservoir.
Council officials said that, while there are no major incidents in Kildare currently, further heavy rainfall is expected from tomorrow, Monday on already saturated grounds and a flood advisory remains in place along rivers and coastal areas.
The ESB warned on Saturday that it may have to release water from the Poulaphouca reservoir on the Kildare / Wicklow border because of its “limited” storage capacity, putting the towns of Clane and Newbridge in Co Kildare at direct risk of flooding.
The Poulaphouca reservoir, situated at the Blessington Lakes in west Wicklow, is operated by ESB for hydroelectric power generation.
The ESB said that after two weeks of persistent rainfall, compounded by Storm Chandra, water levels at the reservoir have risen by two metres and are now close to capacity.
This has prompted the State-owned company to say it may need to relieve pressure by allowing water to pass through.
A Kildare County Council statement added: "Kildare County Council is continuing to monitor the situation closely, ensuring resources are in place.
"Our crews remain on standby to deal with potential incidents of flooding, including the installation of sandbags, as required, in any affected areas.
"Kildare County Council is urging the public to be vigilant and adhere to all public safety advice.
"Any individuals with concerns about flooding are advised to contact Kildare County Council."
Kildare County Council’s out of hours emergency contacts are as follows:
Contacts
Kildare County Council - Out of hours - 1800 500 444
Homeless Out of hours services operated by Peter McVerry Trust on behalf of Kildare County Council – 1800 804 307 (Saturday & Sunday 12pm -5pm)
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