Enniscorthy, County Wexford, Ireland – Video filmed by X user John Kenny shows streets and low-lying areas of Enniscorthy submerged under fast-flowing floodwaters amid heavy rainfall from Storm Chandra on January 27, 2026.

The footage captures muddy brown water rushing through urban streets and overtopping riverbanks, carrying debris such as branches and litter. Roads, pavements, and parked vehicles are partially submerged as water surges forcefully through the town.

Buildings, shopfronts, street signs, and surrounding greenery are partially covered by the flood, emphasizing the immediate hazards posed to residents and property. The storm continues under gray, overcast skies with ongoing precipitation.

The video, posted with the caption “Flooding in Enniscorthy #StormChandra,” has drawn thousands of views and engagement online, highlighting the severity of the situation. Permission to share the footage has been granted to multiple agencies with credit to the filmer.

Storm Chandra caused rivers to overflow rapidly across County Wexford, leading to evacuations, emergency rescues, road closures, power outages, and widespread inundation of homes and businesses. Enniscorthy is among the hardest-hit areas, with the River Slaney bursting its banks and flooding the historic town.

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