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15 Nov 2025
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Due to rising water levels in Kilkenny, gardaí are advising motorists to avoid the following areas where possible:
1) Annamult Road, Bennettsbridge
2) Station Road/Marshes Street/The Quay, Thomastown
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"Both remain passable at present but the water levels are continuing to rise," a garda spokesperson said.
"Marshes Street Car Park, Thomastown is currently inaccessible.
"Motorists are advised to take care at these locations.
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"Motorists should never drive into floods without knowing the depth. Also remember that standing water of any depth may destroy an engine when taken into the intake.
"Please be wise."
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