Dublin, Waterford, Wicklow and Louth are now the focus of major flood fears, with particular concern at the rising level of the River Liffey. A total of 12 counties remain under Orange or Yellow rainfall alerts. NECG chairperson Keith Leonard said prolonged showers in Dublin, Waterford, Wicklow and Louth have fallen on already saturated river valleys. Four counties were placed under Status Orange warnings because of heavy rainfall and the threat of flooding. He said greatest concern was focused on Wexford, Wicklow, Dublin, Waterford and Louth where the most concentrated rainfall fell yesterday and overnight.

Source: Irish Independent February 06, 2026 00:51 UTC