Concerns have been raised over the presence of an invasive species of plant along the riverbanks in Kilkenny.
Giant Hogweed has been spotted along the Nore in the city and locals are worried about the implications.
It follows reports in the UK last week that a young girl had suffered severe burns from the plant.
Adrian Shanahan of Kilkenny Aqua Canoe Club told KCLR Live its a problem that needs to be tackled.