Crossmolina meeting over threat of flooding
Crossmolina has been devastated by flooding on a number of occasions as residents nervously await the delivery of a Flood Relief Scheme
There will be a meeting in Crossmolina this Thursday to discuss the town’s preparations in the event of a serious flood event this winter.
The North Mayo town was devastated by floods when the River Deel burst its banks in December 2015 and there has been anxiety in the area about a repeat of those events.
Cllr Michael Loftus said the organisers are asking local residents to attend, as well as representatives from various agencies such as An Garda Síochána, the Fire Service, Mayo County Council, the HSE and representatives from the community.
“We are going to have a get-together to discuss what will happen in Crossmolina in the event of a flood and we’re calling on the relevant agencies to be there,” he said.
“A lot has changed since 2015 and we’re trying to refresh our preparations so we’re ready for any eventuality.”
The meeting takes place this Thursday, November 7, at 11am in the Cultural Centre.
