"Dublin, Waterford, Wicklow and Louth are now the focus of major flood fears, with particular concern at the rising level of the River Liffey. The ESB, which warned that water releases may be necessary because of the surging level of the Poulaphouca reservoir, is liaising with the National Emergency Co-ordination Group (NECG) in a bid to minimise downstream flooding in Kildare and Dublin. Councils have said the problem is exacerbated by high spring tides and a lingering storm"
"Motorists have been urged to postpone all non-essential journeys in Orange areas. Water Safety Ireland and the Coast Guard have asked people to avoid waterways and exposed coastal areas. Flooding also hit the rail network with Dart services suspended between Lansdowne Road and Bray, while bus transfers are operating between Enniscorthy and Wexford where the line has been temporarily closed."
Status Orange and Yellow rain warnings cover counties including Dublin, Louth, Waterford and Wexford, with people urged to work from home to keep roads clear for emergency vehicles. 80mm of rain is expected over 36 hours, and some parts of Leinster have had more than 210mm in 11 days. Gardaí and the Road Safety Authority warned that driving could be dangerous across Munster, Leinster and south Ulster, and motorists were asked to postpone non-essential journeys. Water Safety Ireland and the Coast Guard advised avoiding waterways and exposed areas. Flooding has disrupted rail services, raised concern over reservoir water releases and rising river levels, and threatens residential and commercial property.
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