The people of Dublin have been worried since last night: as the Irish capital was hit by a major storm, the rainfall was reportedly causing the water level in the Liffey, the main river running through the city, to rise sharply.
Seemingly on the verge of overflowing, the river already seems to be flirting with the banks, causing concern among residents. If the level of the Liffey ever rises, the Irish capital could experience serious flooding in the streets near the river.
The situation is under control for the moment, but could get worse: Met Eireann, the Irish meteorological service, has placed the city on yellow alert, and has confirmed that the rain is likely to intensify on Thursday.
Instructions have already been put in place: Dubliners and travelers are asked to avoid walking along the banks of the River Liffey. Sandbags are also being installed in the areas most at risk.
It had been a long time since the Liffey had experienced such high water. Nevertheless, climate disruption has caused Ireland to endure a number of storms in recent weeks. Increased precipitation, snowfall and flood waves (particularly in Galway, where the Salthill area experienced heavy flooding last night).
We therefore recommend that you avoid the seaside and the River Liffey until the storm has passed. Go to the pub, visit Dublin’s countless museums: you’ll be sheltered and have a great time… warm and dry.
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