Lands Of Offaly Farmer Flood Completely Following Heavy Rain

Photo credit: Michael Milley

Michael Milley is also concerned the planned Derrynadarragh Windfarm will add to flooding risks.

An Offaly farmer is adding to calls for updated windfarm regulations.

Paddocks in Derrylea and Chevylee belonging to Michael Milley are completely flooded following recent heavy rain caused by Storm Claudia.

Mr Milley is concerned the planned Derrynadarragh Windfarm will increase the likelihood of future flooding around his holding.

One of the nine planned turbines would be built only 40 meters away from his land if approved.

The suckler and tillage farmer says says their planned size is concerning:

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