Govt may release more funds for flood victims

Cabinet ministers are discussing the ongoing flooding emergency at a meeting in Dublin today.

It is believed further assistance may be made available to those who have been affected.

Flooding is continuing to affect many areas this afternoon.

Those living in the worst hit areas are bracing themselves for further devestation with emergency chiefs saying next week will be crucial to the crisis with further high tides expected.

Areas around south Galway are the most recent to experience the high water levels.