Irish Examiner view: High price to be paid for bad weather

Flood waters on Rutland Street, Cork City during Storm Babet. Picture: Larry Cummins

The recent spell of bad weather has certainly left its mark across the country. Whether that means collapsed bridges in Louth, soaked jazz fans in Cork, or residents in Wexford having to be rescued from their homes, the effects of the rain and wind cannot be ignored.

With Storm Ciarán hovering off the coast, there is no let-up in sight just yet, as Met Éireann issues a variety of weather warnings for the coming days.