News - Lough Funshinagh
Elderly people living in fear near Lough Funshinagh
Local councillor Laurence Fallon says the flood threat for homeowners and farmers on the banks of Lough Funshinagh has gone beyond a crisis.
Apr 9, 2024 10:06
Local councillor says urgent action needed at Lough Funshinagh
The Independent councillor said water levels were now higher than they were in 2021 and local homes were in extreme danger.
Mar 27, 2024 07:28
Families facing rising flood waters at Lough Funshinagh vow to stay in homes despite warnings
The duration of the road closure will depend on how long the water level in the lake remains close to or above the level of the public road, with the closure expected to last for at least a number of weeks.
Feb 20, 2024 16:31
Families advised to leave homes as Lough Funshinagh continues to rise
The duration of the road closure will depend on how long the water level in the lake remains close to or above the level of the public road
Feb 19, 2024 18:05
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
Confusion around legislation hampering flood relief works argues local TD
He said works to relieve pinch points on the Shannon had not progressed following the allocation of €7 million four years ago.
Jan 5, 2024 08:17
Lough Funshinagh flood defence measures could soon be ineffective
Roscommon County Council confirmed hydro-ecological field studies are underway to identify a long-term solution but wouldn't be completed until later this year.
Jan 4, 2024 13:13
Funshinagh residents won't be abandoned says new Roscommon Chief Executive
Locals have been left with an uncertain future after attempts by Roscommon Council to build an overflow pipe were blocked.
Jul 26, 2023 17:18
Local councillor expresses dismay at lack of compensation for Funshinagh
Councillor Ward says he received no correspondence on this occasion and in recent months renewed his call.
Jun 28, 2023 13:21
MEP says Lough Funshinagh residents are 'suffering from a one-sided system'
The local people have been left with an uncertain future.
Feb 20, 2023 17:39
MEP to visit local residents at Lough Funshinagh
He will be talking to the residents and landowners as part of efforts to make a case with the EU.
Feb 17, 2023 13:23
Local TD concerned Heritage Minister won't visit Lough Funshinagh
He's disappointed not to see Minister Noonan being more co-operative.
Feb 11, 2023 08:46
Roscommon councillor concerned Lough Funshinagh solution will come too late
The Independent councillor says the level of the lake has risen 15 inches over the past three weeks, and it is now at the level that could usually be expected in springtime.
Nov 11, 2022 17:34
WATCH: Family home abandoned due to rising water levels demolished in south Roscommon
The water levels show no sign of reducing as we head towards peak winter time.
Nov 10, 2022 16:51Shannonside Newsletter
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