Chaos for commuters as high tides peak during rush hour

The eastern part of Co Cork suffered most from flooding and storm damage and with high tides peaking during morning rush-hour yesterday, there was chaos for commuters.

Youghal was battered by waves brought in by the high tide, which peaked at 7.55am.

The water poured into the back quays, making them impassable to traffic. The flood crept all the way up Main St as far as the post office and gardaí, aided by the Coastguard, were forced to divert traffic around the town.