Flooding from climate change could impact 60,000 Irish homes

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Nearly 60,000 Irish homes at risk from flooding due to climate change, report reveals

Nearly 60,000 homes across Ireland are at great risk from flooding thanks to climate change, it has been claimed.Feargal O'Neill, CEO of Gamma, said: “Increased flood risk is perhaps the biggest challenge from climate change for Ireland.

"Analysis like this is of significant value to home owners, local authorities, planners and insurance companies, who require detailed assessment of flood-risk exposure, as we look to the infrastructure being built now to cater for increases in flood risk."Cork came second with 6,722 homes at risk of damage from the deluge, and Clare came third at 5,273.Our Irish Mirror Sports Page - which brings you all your Irish and UK sports news - can be found here.

 

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