Waterways Ireland from the personal perspective of a boating enthusiast, Open post for questions and comments
MARINE NOTICE, No.3 of 2016
SHANNON NAVIGATION
Jamestown Canal
Open
Waterways Ireland wishes to advise masters and owners that the Jamestown Canal is now open. Marine Notice No 151 of 2015 is withdrawn.
Charles J. Lawn, Inspector of Navigation, 21 Jan 2016
MARINE NOTICE, No.2 of 2016
Shannon Navigation
Lough Ree
Yellow Danger Mark for Defence Forces Firing Range
North of Cribby Island – Off Station
Waterways Ireland wishes to advise masters and owners of vessels that this mark has been reported as being off station and is presently in the vicinity of Warren Point on the western side of Lough Ree.
Charles J. Lawn, Inspector of Navigation, 21 Jan 2016
MARINE NOTICE, No. 001 of 2016
All Navigations
General Caution
Marine Notice 155 of 2016 refers. Waterways Ireland continues to advise caution while extensive flooding continues across all navigations. See below advice issued by ESB networks in relation to available clearance under overhead or sunken electricity cables.
„WARNING TO THE PUBLIC AND EMERGENCY SERVICES WHEN ACCESSSING FLOODED AREAS IN BOATS AND FLOTATION DEVICES
ELECTRICITY NETWORK CLEARANCE MAY BE AFFECTED BY THE FLOODWATER LEVEL
ESB Networks is warning members of the public and emergency services to be vigilant when moving around flooded areas in boats and other flotation vehicles.
The electricity network is designed to have ample clearance for access and egress during normal conditions. However, when areas are flooded, this clearance level may be affected.
The electricity network is live and should not be approached. Electricity wires are dangerous even at close proximity and where clearance is compromised, you should not pass under them.
If you see any sagging electricity wires or wires submerged in water, please do not steer your boat over these. Do not use oars or anything else to lift or move electricity wires. Please report any poor clearance issues immediately to ESB Network at 1850 372 999.
ESB Networks is currently assessing the electricity network in flooded areas to assess damage and identify safety issues“.
Charles J. Lawn, Inspector of Navigation, 8 Jan 2016
MARINE NOTICE, No.158 of 2015
ALL NAVIGATIONS
Continued Caution at Public Harbours
Further to Marine Notice 152 Waterways Ireland wishes to advise masters, owners and the general public that there is continued need for vigilance and caution as flood waters pertain and /or fall very slowly.
When water levels do begin to fall they will reveal harbour and jetty surfaces that have been underwater for an extended period of time. Areas within the immediate precincts of these facilities such as car parks will still need to be approached with caution as it will take some time for all areas to be cleaned, repaired and maintained following the flooding.
Also some services will be unavailable due to flooding and these will need to be inspected, cleaned and repaired before being recommissioned for use
Charles J. Lawn, Inspector of Navigation, 18 Dec 2015
MARINE NOTICE, No.157 of 2015
LOWER BANN NAVIGATION
Locks
Waterways Ireland wishes to advise masters and owners of vessels that there will be no Lockkeeper service during the period 25th to 29th Dec 2015 inclusive.
Also please note that Toome lock will continue to remain closed during December for maintenance purposes and a further update will be issued later.
Waterways Ireland regrets any inconvenience that this may cause its customers.
Charles J. Lawn, Inspector of Navigation, 18 Dec 2015
