Met Éireann has issued a Status Orange Rain Warning for Waterford and Cork, with heavy rain expected from 8pm, Saturday, October 18^th to 5am, Sunday, October 19^th.

Surface water levels will be elevated in Waterford with impacts likely to include localised flooding from urban and fast responding smaller watercourses/catchments, drains, channels and flooding from overland flow.

Waterford City and County Council’s severe weather management team met this afternoon and is monitoring the situation.

Ground crews are on stand-by to deal with any issues that may arise, such as localised flooding, blocked drains, gulley overflows, etc.

Waterford Council has advised the public to exercise caution, heed public safety advice and avoid unnecessary journeys as driving conditions may be hazardous, with surface water flooding expected.

Motorists are advised to avoid driving through flowing or standing water and are reminded to be conscious of vulnerable road users such as pedestrians and cyclists.

Members of the public can contact Waterford Council’s Customer Services Desk on 0818 10 20 20 and calls will be transferred to the Council’s emergency services number.

In the event that sandbags are required, they are available at Waterford City and County Council Machinery Yard in Dungarvan.

Please note the following emergency contact numbers below:
Emergency 999/112
Uisce Éireann 1800 278 278
ESB Networks 1800 372 999
Gas Networks Ireland 1800 205 050

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