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26/10/2011
Flooded Roads Reopen
Many Northern Ireland roads have reopened after heavy flooding.
There is still flooding on the railway line between Newry and Belfast, a bus service has been put in place for passengers.
The Department of Regional Development is urging drivers to remain cautious.
Agriculture Minister Michelle O'Neill has announced £1m flood relief for badly-hit areas.
"Given that Beragh has flooded once again, I think it's the fourth time it has flooded, we have to reprioritise that. We have set aside £1m for additional flood alleviation measures and Beragh will, obviously, be one of those areas that I think needs to be prioritised," the minister said.
On Monday Environment Minister Alex Attwood pledged to help home owners in flooded properties.
He said: "I am concerned for the plight many householders could face as a result of this severe wet weather. I have been liaising with Council representative to ensure they are well prepared, around the clock, to cope. In the event of the weather situation continuing to escalate and households being hit by flooding, I will look at how practical assistance can be offered to ensure properties are made habitable as quickly as possible.
"I will continue to monitor the situation with my officials on an hour to hour basis. This is about putting in place the resources at a council level to ensure help is delivered, as soon as possible, on the ground for those severely affected."
(GK)
There is still flooding on the railway line between Newry and Belfast, a bus service has been put in place for passengers.
The Department of Regional Development is urging drivers to remain cautious.
Agriculture Minister Michelle O'Neill has announced £1m flood relief for badly-hit areas.
"Given that Beragh has flooded once again, I think it's the fourth time it has flooded, we have to reprioritise that. We have set aside £1m for additional flood alleviation measures and Beragh will, obviously, be one of those areas that I think needs to be prioritised," the minister said.
On Monday Environment Minister Alex Attwood pledged to help home owners in flooded properties.
He said: "I am concerned for the plight many householders could face as a result of this severe wet weather. I have been liaising with Council representative to ensure they are well prepared, around the clock, to cope. In the event of the weather situation continuing to escalate and households being hit by flooding, I will look at how practical assistance can be offered to ensure properties are made habitable as quickly as possible.
"I will continue to monitor the situation with my officials on an hour to hour basis. This is about putting in place the resources at a council level to ensure help is delivered, as soon as possible, on the ground for those severely affected."
(GK)
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