Press release

ESB Flood Update at 10:00am on Sunday 6th December

6th December 2009:

River Shannon:

Water levels in Lough Derg have reduced by a further 3 cm overnight (since Saturday, 5th). The discharge rate from Parteen Weir has now reduced overnight by a further 7% below yesterday's level.

The situation remains closely monitored and ESB continues to work closely with the Inter Agency Group including the Local Councils, HSE and the Emergency Services.

River Liffey:

Reservoir levels remain high at Poulaphouca. Water levels on the Liffey also remain high and ESB continues to discharge water from the reservoir.

This discharge is subject to ongoing weather conditions.

Continued vigilance is advised. Further notice will follow should the situation on either the Shannon or the Liffey change over the next 24 hours.

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