The Tellus survey, conducted by the Geological Survey Ireland (GSI), is to begin flying over the South East from next month.

The survey collects geochemical and geophysical data on rocks, soil and water across Ireland.

To collect this data, the latest phase of the survey will involve a low-flying aircraft flying from June to autumn 2019 (weather permitting) over Counties Carlow, Wexford and neighbouring parts of Kildare, Kilkenny, Waterford and Wicklow.

For up to date information and the planned weekly flight schedule, please visit www.tellus.ie.

The aircraft will fly at a low level of 60 metres over rural areas (approximately eight times the height of a standard two-storey house), rising to 240 metres over urban areas. The sound of the plane is similar to that of a passing lorry and it may startle sensitive livestock, such as horses, pedigree cattle, sheep-in-lamb and poultry flocks.

If you have any concerns about the survey, particularly if you own sensitive livestock and you would like to be kept informed of latest flight plans in your area, you can contact the Tellus Freephone information line on 1800 45 55 65 or visit www.tellus.ie.