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Solution in sight for Glenflesk flood victims
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They have been victims of extreme flooding for years but there might finally be some respite on the horizon for the people of Glenflesk. Major plans, which will include the clearance of vegetation along 5.6km of the Flesk River, have just this week been given the go ahead. It is hoped that the works will alleviate pressure on the river and prevent further serious flooding in the area. As our pictures show, the area in question has been subjected to some of the worst flooding seen in the entire county.
The works, which will take place between Loo Bridge and Curreal, are expected to cost around €99,000 and the application also includes a includes a treatment programme for the eradication of Japanese Knotweed over a three to four year period. Kerry County Council engineer Gerry Riordan Senior Engineer will give an update at the Killarney MD meeting next Tuesday on other measures being examined with a limited number of individual property owners, where additional flood protection measures may be required, having regard to recent flooding events. These are works that may be funded under another programme managed by the OPW and could provide further resilience to the risk of flooding.
This issue has been highlighted in the Killarney Advertiser many times before so it’s fantastic to see some progress being made. Mayor of Killarney Niall Kelleher, who himself made numerous representations on the issue, welcomed the news. “I’m delighted to receive confirmation of this application which will be welcome news for many residents in Glenflesk prone to numerous flooding incidents in the last few years,” he said.