The HSE says health risks are extremely low in relation to the asbestos debris around Nowlan park.
Dr John Cuddihy from the Public Health Department was speaking to Sue Nunn this morning over concerns that locals might have after part of the asbestos roof on the old stand in the stadium blew away in Wednesdays storm.
He says the risk to health is very low except where there’s been heavy or prolonged exposure to asbestos fibres.
Anyone who is concerned regarding fragments or debris in their house or surroundings from the Nowlan park roof, should notify the Environment
section of Kilkenny County Council at 056 7794470 or 1890252654 outside office hours.