BREAKING: Famous Limerick pub flooded, multiple trees down as Storm Darragh strikes

After being hit by the ferocious Storm Darragh, Limerick's JJ Bowles' pub, located in Thomondgate, found itself hosting not their usual patrons, but rather a surging tide of floodwater. 

Established in 1794, JJ Bowles' is one of the city's gems, due to their cosy space and beautiful river terrace area which closely overlooks the river Shannon.

However, it was the outdoor area that was victim to the storm, with a video doing rounds on social media showing the space nearly knee deep in water, with barrels floating around the premises, and currents ripping through the gates that separate the pub and river. 

Speaking with the owner Aengus D'Arcy, he said this is a familiar occurrence, usually taking place three to four times a year, as a result of being so close to the river 

"It comes in and comes back out again," he said, confirming that no damage was caused, and the river terrace remains unharmed, claiming the ordeal thankfully lasted for only 30 minutes. 

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This is not the only storm related incident in Limerick, with multiple reports coming in of fallen trees and damage to infrastructure. 

One person who contacted Limerick Live claims there is approximately five trees fallen down from Applegreen in Newcastle West to Rathkeale. 

Another reported that a roof has blown off a petrol station in Holycross, as well as multiple items being scattered across the county, including Hospital Co Limerick, where a trampoline was tied onto a pole along the Main Street, as a result of Storm Darragh.

Circle K petrol station, located on the Ennis Road, had to temporarily close last night due to panels on the roof flying off due to the high-speed gusts. 

The Limerick City and County Council took to social media to comment on the damage. 

They confirmed that the Council, and Limerick Fire and Rescue crews 'have responded to dozens of incidents right across Limerick.'

They continued, "Keeping roads clear is a priority. Exercise caution on roads as clean up continues. Stay clear of downed power lines."

Strong winds are still ripping through the county, with a Status Yellow wind warning in place for the entire country until 3pm today, December 7.