Floods: Shannon water levels in Athlone to reach maximum tomorrow

Water levels on the River Shannon rose 20mm in Athlone on Monday night and are predicted to peak tomorrow.
Floods: Shannon water levels in Athlone to reach maximum tomorrow
Wed, 16 Dec, 2015 - 00:00
Eoghan MacConnell

The level is now 10mm above what was previously predicted as the peak for today, according to Westmeath County Council Director of Services Barry Kehoe.

Using the latest data from the ESB, Mr Kehoe said a further rise of 20mm was expected by tomorrow, with floodwaters predicted to then recede.

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