Landslide Incident Affects Drumnahough Wind Farm Construction Site Near Letterkenny
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Updated Sun 00:00
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What happened
A landslide occurred at the Drumnahough wind farm construction site on September 17th. The onshore wind development, which involves 12 turbines with a maximum tip height of 167.5m, is located 13km from Letterkenny. The incident involved a rock berm being breached, causing material to move onto the lower embankment area.
From highlandradio.com
Why it matters
The affected area has been secured, and works in the vicinity of the incident have been suspended. Detailed technical assessments are underway to determine the cause of the landslide and to manage potential environmental impacts on nearby watercourses.
From highlandradio.com
Who's involved
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The entities involved
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Letterkenny
town in County Donegal, Ireland
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