Raw sewage overflows in Cork docklands following pumping station failure

Thousands of gallons of sewage flooded Cork’s south docklands after a critical pumping station failure. Clean-up efforts continue

Flooding has affected roads near the pond, and the public is advised to avoid the area. Picture: Larry Cummins

The River Lee is being monitored after thousands of litres of raw sewage flooded streets in Cork’s south docklands after equipment failure at a critical piece of the city’s wastewater system.

The incident at the Uisce Eireann-operated Atlantic Pond wastewater pumping station on Tuesday night also led to three discharges of material into the River Lee - two in the city centre.