The west Limerick town was among the worst hit in the country as heavy flooding caused havoc this weekend
Two sports pitches in Abbeyfeale, Limerick, are underwater after Storm Bert caused a river to burst its banks.
. When River Feale burst its banks along the Limerick-Kerry border, it caused widespread flooding in Abbeyfeale.Read More: GAA club fixtures and live games on TV this weekend as RTE, TG4 and Clubber showcase big provincial semi-finals Two of the town's sporting grounds, Abbeyfeale Utd and Fr Caseys GAA, are underwater after the storm hit Friday night.
Minister Patrick O'Donovan told Live95 News: "A gigantic volume of water has come through the town, through both rivers. There is a tirade of water flowing under the bridge and onto Father Casey's playing field."I've also spoken to the CEO of Limerick City and County Council, Pat Daly, who can access the supports from the Department of Social Protection for people in Abbeyfeale and elsewhere as well that may have been impacted.
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