Water Levels Low on Grand Canal System

20th July 2018

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The 21st Lock on Grand Canal, east of Tullamore Photo: Waterways Ireland

Waterways Ireland has advised that due to the heat wave water levels on the Grand Canal system are low on many levels, particularly East of Tullamore in County Offaly.

The Inspector of Navigation, Patrick Harkin, says owners and masters of vessels navigating these areas should do so 'with caution'.

Daingean wall The harbour wall at Daingean Photo: Waterways Ireland

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