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26/07/2013
Drainage Agencies Prepare For Flooding
Over the past few days parts of the province have experienced very heavy rainfall, resulting in isolated instances of flooding. This weather pattern is set to continue in the days ahead.
The three drainage agencies, Northern Ireland Water, Rivers Agency and Roads Service have made preparations to limit the impact of any flooding. Measures include:
• Checking grilles and culverts
• Cleaning gullies in areas that are prone to flooding
• Placing staff on stand-by at various locations including pumping stations
• Working with councils to ensure stocks of sandbags are available for distribution.
Government agencies will do their utmost to minimise the impact of any flooding that may occur.
(CD/JP)
The three drainage agencies, Northern Ireland Water, Rivers Agency and Roads Service have made preparations to limit the impact of any flooding. Measures include:
• Checking grilles and culverts
• Cleaning gullies in areas that are prone to flooding
• Placing staff on stand-by at various locations including pumping stations
• Working with councils to ensure stocks of sandbags are available for distribution.
Government agencies will do their utmost to minimise the impact of any flooding that may occur.
(CD/JP)
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