Statement from Kildare County Council Thursday 29th January 2026
Members of the Kildare County Council Severe Weather Assessment Team attended a further briefing of the National Emergency Coordination Group this afternoon regarding the ongoing response to Storm Chandra.
Kildare County Council are continuing to monitor conditions locally, including river levels and preparing for any possible impacts, from the ongoing weather event.
Government Information Services (GIS) will continue to provide updates on the storm response on gov.ie/stormresponse
Public Safety
Motorists are advised to allow for disruption over the coming days, plan extra travel time and reduce speed. Road users are advised to expect surface water, debris and poor visibility.
The public is advised to stay back from riverbanks, streams and canals as water levels may rise quickly.
- Do not drive through floodwater – turn back and use another route.
- Do not bypass Road Closed signs as the road ahead is unsafe, the damage may be hidden beneath water, and you may put your life at risk
- Keep children and pets away from waterways and flooded areas
- It is essential to heed signage for roads closed
- Do not drive through floodwater – turn back and use another route
- Keep away from coastal edges, harbours, piers and low-lying promenades during high tide
- Check with Transport Operators when planning journeys
Check in with neighbours, older people or anyone who may need assistance in case conditions worsen.
The public are urged to monitor Met Eireann forecasts over the next 24 hours as conditions may change quickly.
Visit www.met.ie for the most up to date information. Further information is also available across the Met Éireann App, social media platforms (@meteireann) and other news media sources.
Kildare County Council will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates.
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