One road remains closed as Waterford City & Co Council continues clean-up after Storm Babet

Flood waters have receded in Waterford city and county, with Waterford City and County Council ground crews currently engaged in inspections and clean-up operations following Storm Babet.

The local authority confirmed that the majority of routes are now open and passable, with the exception of L4076-41 Fairybush to Woodstown, which remains closed.

However, caution is urged as there remains a considerable amount of debris, grit and spot flooding on some local roads. Waterford City and County Council is advising motorists to reduce speed and exercise caution.

Waterford City and County Council engineers are currently assessing damage to the road, pavement and bridge infrastructure and drainage systems.

Members of the public can contact Waterford City and County Council’s Customer Services Desks on 0818 10 20 20 during normal office hours after which calls will be transferred to the Council’s emergency services number.

The local authority asks people to 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