Shannon taskforce among Government measures to deal with floods crisis

A River Shannon taskforce and an extra €10m to cover the clean-up cost are among more than 12 measures agreed by the Government to deal with the flooding crisis.

Shannon taskforce among Government measures to deal with floods crisis

Met Éireann has issued a status yellow weather warning for today with up to 25mm of rain expected to fall in some areas throughout the day.

The Cabinet yesterday signed off on €10m extra funding bringing the total amount to €18m. However, Environment Minister Alan Kelly last night said the final amount will be much greater with road repairs alone expected to cost about €40m.

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