Storm Betty continues to wreak havoc with coastal landslides

IN THE wake of the powerful Storm Betty that wreaked havoc along the Irish coastline, a landslide occurred near Beenbawn in West Kerry, causing slippage onto the popular coastal walkway.

Kerry County Council swiftly responded to the incident, with a dedicated crew working to assess and mitigate the situation.

The incident, believed to be triggered by the heavy rains and strong winds brought on by Storm Betty, resulted in a section of the Beenbawn coastal walkway being affected by the landslide. The picturesque pathway, which attracts hikers, nature enthusiasts, and tourists alike, has been temporarily closed off to the public.

The council has issued a notice urging individuals to refrain from accessing the area until further notice.

The Kerry County Council took to Twitter to provide updates on the situation, confirming the presence of their crew at the site. The crew's primary focus is on assessing the extent of the damage caused by the landslide and implementing necessary measures to stabilise the affected area.