Flood warning for city centre as high tides approach

High astronomical spring tides may mean some parts of Cork city could face flooding over the weekend, Cork City Council has warned.

The city council’s flood assessment team met on Friday afternoon ahead of a forecasted period of high astronomical spring tides on Saturday 30 September.

With high tides due at 6.44am on Saturday morning and 7.05pm on Saturday evening, commuters are advised to drive with care when travelling into the city centre.

The council has warned that it is likely that some roads and parking areas along low-lying quays in the city centre may suffer localised flooding during high tides.

Among the areas which may see flooding are Morrison’s Island, Father Mathew Quay, Trinity Bridge, Union Quay, Wandesford Quay, Lavitt’s Quay, and South Terrace.

Cork City Council has said that crews will be on standby across the city throughout the morning and evening times when risk of flooding will be at its height.

Where necessary, the council said, road restrictions will be put in place to ensure the smooth and safe flow of traffic in those areas affected by flooding.

The council added that, as forecasted weather and tidal conditions are variable, it would continue to monitor the situation closely, offering further updates on Saturday morning.

For updates, see www.corkcity.ie and Cork City Council social media, or sign up for the council’s text and email alert system on https://alerts.corkcity.ie.