Flooding in Ireland shows no signs of abating. Strangely, in his 2026 sneak peek predictions, Old Moore predicted flooding for Ireland. He said, ” Ireland will experience its worst flooding in decades, with multiple weather events overwhelming coastal defenses and river systems. There will be significant property damage, with many homes affected.”
As of February 4, 2026, Ireland is grappling with widespread and ongoing flooding risks, driven by persistent heavy rainfall on already saturated ground following the destructive Storm Chandra in late January.
The aftermath has left communities in the east and southeast particularly vulnerable, with rivers swollen, surface water pooling, and coastal areas threatened by high tides.
@anywhereintheworldjf Storm Chandra is causing major travel disruption for commuters. Storm Chandra has hit hard this morning, with many counties experiencing rising rivers and flooded homes and roads. #stormchandradublin #stormchandra #dublin #ireland #dublintiktok
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Flooding in Ireland and Storm Chandra
Storm Chandra, which battered the country around January 27, caused significant disruption, including widespread flooding in counties such as Wexford, Wicklow, and Dublin. In Enniscorthy, County Wexford, the River Slaney burst its banks, leading to devastation in the town centre, with businesses and homes inundated and residents describing scenes of “everything destroyed.”
Similar impacts were reported in Dublin, where emergency services conducted water rescues amid flooded roads like Nutgrove, and in areas such as Howth. Thousands lost power, and rail lines, including parts of the Belfast-Dublin route, faced disruptions.
In the weeks since, soils remain waterlogged across much of the country, amplifying risks from even moderate additional rain. Met Éireann has warned that “any additional rainfall” could trigger further river and surface water flooding, especially in the midlands, southeast, northeast, and east.
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Weather Advisory
A rare multi-day weather advisory remains in effect through early February, highlighting spells of heavy and persistent rain, particularly in southern and eastern coastal counties. Forecasters note that up to 140mm of rain could fall in parts of the east by Friday, equivalent to a month’s worth in some areas, combined with gale-force winds and high tides exacerbating coastal and river threats.
On February 4, Met Éireann continues to stress that flooding is likely due to saturated conditions, high river levels, and tidal influences. Authorities urge close monitoring via their site and river gauges at waterlevel.ie.
The National Emergency Coordination Group has described the flood risk in the southeast and east as “very high,” with Thursday flagged as a potential key danger point for peaking river levels. Dublin and surrounding areas face particular concern, with teams monitoring rivers and tides amid warnings of a “worst-case scenario” involving localised and river flooding, plus difficult travel conditions.
Flooding in Ireland: High Vigilance
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has convened emergency meetings and plans visits to affected areas in the southeast, acknowledging elevated river levels nationwide and the need for “high vigilance” over the coming days and weeks. He noted that while the southeast and east coast are currently focal points, persistent rain has left water levels high across the country.
Interim measures are being implemented in hard-hit regions, and discussions are underway about overhauling warning systems, potentially including text alerts to residents in flood-prone zones.
@rtenews Enniscorthy, Co Wexford has been ‘devastated’ by flooding as Storm Chandra caused the River Slaney to burst its banks in the early hours of the morning. Local politicians have renewed calls for a flood relief scheme to be implemented – planning permission for which has not been granted. Follow updates at the link in bio. #stormchandra #riverslaney #enniscorthy #wexford
Local authorities, including Dublin City Council and Fingal County Council, have issued flood advisories and urged residents in at-risk areas to stay alert. Communities continue cleanup efforts, but the threat of repeat flooding looms as more Atlantic-driven rain is forecast.
Ireland’s weather pattern this winter has been dominated by low-pressure systems and a strong jet stream, making February potentially one of the wettest on record so far. Residents are advised to avoid flooded areas, follow official updates from Met Éireann, and prepare for disruptions.
For the latest forecasts and warnings, click on Met Éireann warnings . Also for river levels click here.
