The multi agency response is continuing in Newry today in an effort to mitigate the effects of flooding in the city.
Many roads are closed particularly in the Newry and South Down and Armagh areas and the public are being asked to avoid Newry City Centre. People are also asked to stay away from all watercourses, canals and bridges especially in the Newry area, while assessment of the damage caused by the rain continues.
The Department for Infrastructure (DfI) continues to engage with PSNI and other multi agency partners to respond to the emerging situation and to deploy resources effectively following the various weather warnings over the last few days.
Where necessary, temporary road or lane closures have been put in place on roads blocked by flooding and resources assigned to clear blocked pipes and gullies across affected areas. The public is asked to pay attention to those road closures and to seek an alternative route if travel is essential. Information about road closures is available at: www.trafficwatchni.com
As the weather warnings remain in place until Thursday the public are reminded of the flooding incident line on 0300 2000 100.
The Emergency Payment scheme for flooding is active. Householders who have suffered severe inconvenience from flooding can claim £1,000 payment through their local council.
Information about preparing for possible flooding, and what to do after a flood, is available at: nidirect - Flooding in your area.
Advice for road users in all adverse weather conditions can be found at: nidirect - Driving in adverse weather
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