News - Flood
Temporary solution to Roscommon flood crisis could be found this summer
There had been growing fears that nothing could be done to relieve ongoing flooding at the turlough until next year at the earliest.
May 14, 2024 07:10
Thousands raised to support family impacted by South Roscommon flood
Ellie was forced to evacuate her three children last week, after water began to overwhelm flood defences.
Apr 18, 2024 13:07
Minister to seek completion of controversial Funshinagh flood relief pipe
The installation of the pipe was halted in 2021 following legal action from Friends of the Irish Environment.
Apr 16, 2024 07:50
Environmental group rejects claims it's responsible for flood work delays
Roscommon County Council issued a statement earlier this month raising concerns that current flood defence measures at Lough Funshinagh will soon be ineffective
Jan 18, 2024 16:56
Athlone experiencing heavy flooding
Athlone Gardaí say that the Ballymahon Road in particular is badly affected.
Jul 10, 2023 17:24
Council ordered to re-examine flood relief record request from environmental group
The council had considered the original request to be too large to process.
Jul 25, 2022 07:45
Major public meeting to take place over South Roscommon flooding today
The meeting will bring the communities affected by Lough Funshinagh together to discuss their next steps
Jul 4, 2022 07:41
Hopes Carrick on Shannon flood works to begin in 2024
Minister O'Donovan says they will take into account the views of those at risk.
May 6, 2022 13:32
Environmental group criticise Lough Funshinagh court case comments
The group claims the High Court decision halting the works is being attacked by high level officials.
Apr 19, 2022 14:38
Council facing legal bill of over €250k for Lough Funshinagh works
Mar 28, 2022 15:53
Ballinasloe flood relief options to be released today
The town and surrounding region has been hit by a number of severe flooding incidents over the last decade.
Mar 15, 2022 08:31
Ballinasloe public urged to engage with flood defense plans
According to the OPW, public interaction is key to creating a widely accepted and effective strategy.
Feb 15, 2022 17:33
Ballinasloe flood alleviation plans to be published today
Ballinasloe has been hit with two severe flooding events in the last 15 years.
Feb 9, 2022 07:45
High court case over infamous Roscommon flood works to be heard after Easter
The court has adjourned a decision on whether the works can restart in the meantime until the end of this month.
Jan 14, 2022 17:19Shannonside Newsletter
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