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Cork City Council issues second flood warning in 24 hours

Cork City Council had earlier predicted what it described as 'minor' tidal flooding at high tide
Cork City Council had earlier predicted what it described as 'minor' tidal flooding at high tide

Cork City Council has issued a flood warning for the city centre - its second in less than 24 hours.

The local authority says some low-lying quays may experience flooding at high tide this evening at 6.56pm, tomorrow at 07.17am and again at 7.34pm, due to high astronomical Spring tides.

Areas most at risk include Morrison's Quay, Fr. Mathew Quay, Trinity Bridge, Union Quay, Sharman Crawford Street, Wandesford Quay, Frenche's Quay, Proby's Quay, Crosses Green, Lavitt's Quay and Kyrl's Quay.

The council says the South Terrace, Rutland Street, Sawmill Street and the South Mall are also potentially at risk of flooding.

This morning, there were reports of tidal water on some of the city centre streets, but no flooding of homes or businesses.

Cork City Council had predicted what it describes as "minor" tidal flooding at high tide.

The streets affected include Sherman Crawford Street, Wandesford Quay, Fr Mathew Quay and Morrison's Island in the city centre.

Additional reporting: Paschal Sheehy