Waterford roads sustained significant damage due to 'persistent and sustained' rainfall

Met Éireann said heavy rainfall on already saturated ground, combined with high river levels and high tides, could lead to flooding and disruption throughout the day. Flooding on Clontarf Road in Dublin yesterday. Picture: Brian Lawless/PA Wire

Roads in Co Waterford have sustained significant damage due to "persistent and sustained rainfall", the council has said.

Waterford City and County Council's severe weather management team said ground crews have been deployed to deal with road network issues across the city and county. 

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