The clean up’s underway locally after a number of homes and businesses were left under water as Storm Chandra passed over.
The weather warnings ended last night but care’s still advised this morning with a lot of surface water about and river levels high in parts of both Carlow and Kilkenny while the National Emergency Co-ordination Group is warning flooding may remain in some areas through today and into tomorrow. (See river level updates here).
The Quay in Graignamanagh remains closed this morning
KCLR News’ Dermot Keyes is there;
While Martin Quilty is in Tullow – stay tuned for more from both on The KCLR Daily and in News bulletins.
Alan O’Reilly of Carlow Weather sums up where we stand this morning;
Images of one submerged home in Graignamanagh in particular show the devastation that some have experienced while the community response there saw local authority teams joined by people of the area and even students from Duiske College out helping.
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Deputy Peter ‘Chap’ Cleere is from the area and had this update for KCLR News this morning;
While his fellow Fianna Fáil Dáil and county colleague John McGuinness visited the town and told KCLR News; “I was invited to visit Graiguenamanagh to see firsthand the damage and destruction that severe flooding can cause. Unfortunately, this is not the first time I have had to witness such a traumatic event for this community. The impact on homes, livelihoods and local businesses cannot be understated.”
He paid tribute to the rapid response of emergency and frontline services, who provided immediate assistance to those affected noting; “I want to sincerely thank the frontline services and emergency responders for their swift and effective response, and for the assistance they provided to residents during an extremely difficult time.”
Deputy McGuinness confirmed “I have spoken with Minister Dara Calleary, who has given a clear commitment that humanitarian supports will be delivered where they are needed. I would strongly encourage affected residents and businesses to contact Kilkenny County Council to register and access these supports.”
Turning to the long-term solution, Deputy McGuinness stressed that the delivery of a comprehensive flood relief scheme is essential to protect the town from future events.
“The only sustainable answer is a robust and effective flood relief scheme. Today, I met with Ministers, including Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform with responsibility for the Office of Public Works, Kevin Boxer Moran TD, to outline the most recent flooding and to ensure there will be no delay in funding or progress. The scheme is currently with An Coimisiún Pleanála, having been formally lodged in January 2026, and I have strongly encouraged early approval so that this community can finally have certainty and protection.”
Deputy McGuinness concluded by reaffirming his commitment to continuing to work with residents, local authorities and Government to ensure both immediate supports and long-term solutions are delivered without delay.
County Council crews in both counties are on standby to help if needed:
A spokesperson for Kilkenny County Council’s told KCLR News at 8am: that no major incidents were reported overnight, river levels are dropping with the exception of the Barrow and conditions have been calm. But crew’s continue to work on the ground to clear gullies and drains where blockages occurred yesterday with the focus on clean up and prevention with more rain forecast in the coming days.
We would ask motorists never to drive into standing water and flooded roads. Our Roads Teams and Fire Services have dealt with a number of incidents across the county and ask road users not to pass road closed and road flooded signs – please turn back and use another route.Monitor Met Éireann forecasts over the next 24 – conditions may change quickly. Visit https://www.met.ie/ for the most up to date information. Information is also available across the Met Éireann App, social media platforms (@meteireann) and other news media sources.Check Carlow County Council’s social media channels for information on road closures, flooding updates, and community alerts.Allow for disruption when commuting over the coming days.Plan extra travel time and reduce speed.Expect surface water, debris and poor visibility.Stay back from riverbanks, streams and canals – water levels may rise quickly & embankments may be unstable.Keep children and pets away from waterways and flooded areas.It is essential to heed signage for roads closed.Keep away from coastal edges, harbours, piers and low-lying promenades during high tide.The Irish Coast Guard advice remains: “Stay Back, Stay High, Stay Dry.”Check in with neighbours, older people or anyone who may need assistance in case conditions worsen.ESB Networks is highlighting the dangers posed by fallen live wires and is advising the public and the emergency services to stay away from these fallen cables and to report such cases to it immediately. ESB Emergency Services can be contacted at 1800 372 999. The public can monitor www.PowerCheck.ie. in regards to power restoration times.Uisce Éireann customers can check the website and social media channels for updates and to get in touch with any issues or concerns via their 24/7 customer care centre at 1800 278 278. The public can also sign up online to their free text alert system to get regular updates about their local supplies – see www.water.ie.”All Carlow County Council road crews have been deployed and are dealing with issues across the County.
