Noise pollution survey to be carried out in north Louth

Louth County Council is to carry out out noise assessments in Omeath to gauge possible impacts on residents in the area, following the adoption by members of a motion from Cllr Fiona Mhic Conchoille, at the local authority's March meeting.

Cllr Mhic Conchoille called on Louth County Council to "engage a qualified noise consultant to carry out a comprehensive noise pollution survey along Lower Shore Road in Omeath. The objective of this survey would be to accurately measure and assess the background noise levels originating from Warrenpoint Port and which is impacting the local community within the jurisdiction of County Louth.

"Additionally, the measurements recorded should determine whether these noise levels exceed the permissible noise limits established by European and/or National regulations. This study would provide valuable insights into the environmental impact of port operations on the surrounding community."

Replying to Cllr Mhic Conchoille's motion, Joe McGuinness, Director of Organisational Development, said that "Louth County Council Environment section will carry out noise assessments in Omeath with a view to gathering required information to gauge possible impacts on residents in the affected area."

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Cllr Mhic Conchoille told the Dundalk Democrat that her motion follows comments from residents of increased background noise originating from Warrenpoint Port and is having an impact on those in the Lower Shore Road area. 

Cllr Mhic Conchoille said, “I would like to determine if these noise levels exceed the permissible noise limits established by European or National regulations and the Environment Section of Louth County Council has agreed to gather the required information.”