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The New Year celebrations are underway in Limerick following a spectacular fireworks display over the river Shannon.
From teatime this Tuesday, tens of thousands of people from across the city and county occupied every possible vantage point from Sarsfield Bridge to Clancy Strand and Arthur's Quay ahead of the scheduled start time of 7pm.
Following a short delay, the fireworks display kicked off to a musical soundtrack and to the delight of the thousands of men, women and children who turned out.
Well done @Limerick_ie and @LimerickCouncil for a fantastic #NewYearsEve firework display #Limerick pic.twitter.com/SCBuxVmmzh
— Sheena Doyle (@Doyle8Sheena) December 31, 2019
Limerick says have a great 2020!@KingJohnsCastle @LimerickCouncil pic.twitter.com/k3IozYc9JP
— Christmas in Limerick (@XmasLimerick) December 31, 2019
Following the ten-minute display, which ended with the Cranberries classic Dreams, there was widespread agreement that a fireworks display should become a regular feature of the New Year's Eve celebrations in Limerick.
"It was lovely and I definitely think it is something that should be continued on every year - we really enjoyed it and weather played its part too," said Gerard Hartnett, Ardnacrusha who attended the fireworks with his wife Irene and several other family members .
"It was spectacular, they should have two sets - they should do a 7 o'clock one and an 11 o'clock display too for the adults," said Connell Harte, North Circular Road.
"It was excellent, it was a good night all round. It's a great time for the family and it should definitely be a permanent thing," said Brian Mitchell, Raheen, who attended with his wife, Ann Marie and their children
The Mayor of Limerick, Cllr Michael Sheahan, said he was delighted with the huge crowds who flocked to the city centre for the fireworks.
"It's wonderful to see and I wish everyone a safe, healthy and prosperous new year," he said.
Happy New Year to all our readers
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