LIMERICK County Council has welcomed the decision of the ESB to reduce the level of discharges from Parteen Weir.
The Council has advised the public that the pedestrian bridge is closed in Castleconnell and a boil notice is to remain in place until the middle of the week at least.
The local authority stated that while water levels along the Lower River
Shannon have receded by 7-10 cm (3-4 inches) since Saturday morning, members of the public are being advised to exercise caution in relation to areas which have been flooded.
According to Donal Brennan, Senior Engineer with Limerick Council: “All flood water near properties must be treated as being potentially contaminated by sewage. Riverbanks may also have been eroded and persons should avoid walking near flooded riverbanks. Meanwhile, floodwaters may have lifted manholes on roads and may present hazards to pedestrians and motorists.”
Mr. Brennan noted that caution should also be exercised when working on flooded properties.
