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Parts of the city center have been flooded at high tide tonight and there are reports of flooding in other areas of Cork, such as Carrigaline.
Downtown, Father Matthew Quay, Union Quay, Morrison’s Island, Wandesford Quay, and Lavitts Quay are among the areas that have flooded after high tide at approximately 8:15 pm.
Earlier today, both Cork City Council and Cork City Council issued flood warnings in light of heavy rains and the onset of very high astronomical spring tides.
In a statement issued by the Cork County Council, they said the heavy rainfall would bring “a risk of flooding on the river and on the surface.”
“The Office of Public Works has reported that there will be a period of very high astronomical spring tides approaching the highest astronomical tide (HAT) in all coastal areas, beginning this afternoon, Monday 19 through tomorrow, Tuesday 20 October 2020.” .
The council reported that areas near Cork Harbor and Bantry Bay were at risk of flooding today and tomorrow.
Cork is bracing for potential future floods tomorrow morning, as a yellow rain warning remains in place until 3pm.
The high tide in the morning is at 8:35 am.
The City Council has said that flooding is highly likely in the city center, particularly in:
Morrison Pier; Mathew Quay; Mathew Street; Union Quay; Bridge of the Trinity; South Terrace; Rutland Street; Sawmill Street; Lavitts Quay; Kyrls Street; Kyrls Quay; Green crosses; Sharman Crawford St; and Wandesford Quay.
David Joyce, Director of Operational Services at Cork City Council, said today that the council was well equipped to handle potential flooding.
“Cork City Council is well prepared to support Cork citizens and businesses during this tidal event.
“We have resources on standby and in conjunction with the other Lead Response Agencies, including the Fire Services, An Garda Síochána and the Civil Defense, we are ready to respond to any issues that arise,” he said.
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