Flood warning leads to criticism

AS flood warnings were issued yesterday for Cork city and county, the OPW (Office of Public Works) was criticised for not reacting swiftly enough to the growing prospect of global warming submerging low-lying areas.

The local authorities have said that between Friday and Monday next, high tides of up to 4.8 metres are expected.

Experts say a combination of rain, high tides and a south-easterly wind will lead to serious flooding.