<p>Areas in the west of Ireland continued to experience severe flooding on December 10, days after Storm Desmond brought heavy rain to the country.</p><p>In Athlone, on the banks of the River Shannon, raw sewage reportedly</a> spread onto the streets as water levels continued to rise, and residents and authorities were working to prevent further damage to homes and businesses. The Irish government pledged</a> €15 million in relief aid, and the claims process was to be rolled out in the coming days, state broadcaster RTE reported</a>. Credit: YouTube/Celtic Video</p>
