Safety concerns raised as stream erodes roadway

Residents at Burke’s Cross, with Councillor Deirdre O’Brien, viewing the condition of the road which is liable to flooding damage.

Locals fear that a roadway in the Knockanevin area will be completely washed away if urgent action is not taken to prevent water erosion. 

Eamonn McCarthy said that the location at Burke’s Cross has suffered substantial damage from water which is flowing out of a non effective drain and on to the road surface. 

Fears are mounting over the condition of the road and he said that people believe it to be a serious safety risk. 

“The road is crumbling away, the water is going down the road which is on a steep hill. It is treacherous,” Eamonn said.

A video seen by The Avondhu, shows a …

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