Calls for warning system as website predicts floods

CALLS have been repeated for a complete roll-out of a nationwide flood alert system after an independent website appeared to indicate that the flooding crisis in Cork city could be easily predicted.

Reacting to almost a fortnight of heavy rain and flooding in large parts of the south and west, Fine Gael environment spokesman Phil Hogan said it was essential that a “badly needed” national system was implemented to warn people in danger of a flood crisis.

However, he claimed despite plans being in place for such a step to be taken, there was little impetuous from Government to ensure the vital defence is implemented.