Planning sought for new pedestrian and cycle path from Dunkettle to Carrigtwohill

Update: Closing date for submissions is Mon 24th Feb. If you would like to see this project go ahead then consider making a submission in favour of it.

Submissions and observations with respect to the proposed development, dealing with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area in which the development would be situated, may be made online at www.yourcouncil.ie, by email to trafficandtransport@corkcoco.ie , using the ‘submissions template’ linked below or in writing to Senior Engineer, Cork County Council, Traffic and Transportation, Floor 11, County Hall, Cork, on or before Monday 24th February 2020. 

On Friday the 10th of January 2020, Cork County Council announced their proposal to build a new pedestrian and cycle path from Bury's Bridge which is near the Gaelscoil near Dunkettle to the railway station in Carrigtwohill.

Update on flooding on some popular running routes in Cork City.

With all of the recent rain, some of the more popular running routes in Cork City are now flooded. The photo above shows the northern end of the pedestrian bridge over the South Ring Road near Mahon Point. The area to the side of the walkway is now full of water and there are some large pools spilling on the path as a result.

This one shows the Atlantic Pond near Pairc Ui Chaoimh which is now well above its usual level. The one below shows the Centre Park Road near the Marina where the footpath and road is under water.

In short, there is a lot of surface water and it looks as if it might take some time to clear. With more rain forecast, it doesn't look likely that it will clear up soon.

If you're looking to avoid the pools then stick to the footpaths or try the walkway between Rochestown and Passage West which is perfectly dry.

The full extent of the flooding can be seen in these photos HERE