Flood defence walls not the answer?
Climate / 05.02.2026

Flood defence walls not the answer?

Our urban areas should also be adapted for the new climate regime

Sir, – Given the ongoing impact of recent flooding arising mainly from rainfall events, it is timely to consider whether the current focus on flood defence walls, “interim measures” and weather warnings, is well directed. Many of the areas that are c... [3376 chars]

Published by: The Irish Times

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