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Looking back at a dry Brian Boru Square last weekend, thanks to the flood barriers which can be seen in place on the slip entrance. Also visible is the ‘area liable to flood’ sign (circled), which is almost completely submerged. Photo: John O’Connell

The second flood to strike in less than a week proved a real test for the flood defence scheme in Fermoy.

The second flood was at its strongest on Sunday afternoon and the raging Blackwater proved a serious test for the flood defence barriers.

“This was a really serious flood and on a personal note, I can only say how grateful I am that the scheme is doing what it set out to do,” a relieved Liam Clancy told The Avondhu this week.

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