The duration of the road closure will depend on how long the water level in the lake remains close to or above the level of the public road, with the closure expected to last for at least a number of weeks.

The duration of the road closure will depend on how long the water level in the lake remains close to or above the level of the public road

Roscommon County Council issued a statement earlier this month raising concerns that current flood defence measures at Lough Funshinagh will soon be ineffective

He said works to relieve pinch points on the Shannon had not progressed following the allocation of €7 million four years ago.

Roscommon County Council confirmed hydro-ecological field studies are underway to identify a long-term solution but wouldn't be completed until later this year.

Locals have been left with an uncertain future after attempts by Roscommon Council to build an overflow pipe were blocked.

Councillor Ward says he received no correspondence on this occasion and in recent months renewed his call.

The local people have been left with an uncertain future.