Statement from Kildare County Council Sunday 1st February 2026 

Kildare County Council’s Severe Weather Assessment Team joined a further meeting of the sub-group of the National Emergency Coordination Group today, coordinating the ongoing response to the impact of recent heavy rainfall on the River Liffey and Poulaphouca Reservoir. 

While there are no major incidents in Kildare currently, further heavy rainfall is expected from tomorrow, Monday, on already saturated grounds and a flood advisory remains in place along rivers and coastal areas. 

Kildare County Council is continuing to monitor the situation closely, ensuring resources are in place.  Our crews remain on standby to deal with potential incidents of flooding, including the installation of sandbags, as required, in any affected areas. 

Kildare County Council is urging the public to be vigilant and adhere to all public safety advice.  

Any individuals with concerns about flooding are advised to contact Kildare County Council. 

Kildare County Council’s out of hours emergency contacts are as follows:  

Contacts   

• Kildare County Council - Out of hours - 1800 500 444  

• Homeless Out of hours services operated by Peter McVerry Trust on behalf of Kildare County Council – 1800 804 307 (Saturday & Sunday 12pm -5pm)