Clare County Council has issued the following statement.
An Orange Met Eireann weather alert pertains at present in respect of County Clare – until Saturday night, February 1st. Storm and flooding activity is likely to be most severe in coastal areas including the Shannon Estuary where the high Spring tide of early Saturday morning will coincide with a substantial tidal surge and severe on shore Westerly and South Westerly winds – conditions then will potentially be as extreme as they were during the coastal storms of early January.
In addition, this mornings rainfall has added significantly to already high river systems. There may be further downpours also and this in addition to the tidal conditions will increase the risk of local flooding at various locations inland.
The advice is not to venture out unless necessary – particularly in coastal areas. Be extra careful when driving and don’t park vehicles in close proximity to exposed coastal areas. Any areas which have previoiusly flooded are at risk and people in such situations are advised to take appropriate precautions.
