asked the Minister for Local Government if he is aware of the severe flooding which affected Passage East, County Waterford, during the week which commenced on 7th January, 1974; and if he will state the steps that are being taken to reduce the danger of future serious flooding there.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - County Waterford Flooding.
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I am informed by Waterford County Council that flooding took place in Passage East during the week commencing 7th January, as a result of a combination of gale force southerly winds, exceptionally high spring tides and a spate in the River Suir caused by heavy rains.
Remedial action for the relief of flooding is a matter for the local authority to consider in the first instance.