The Tellus survey, conducted by the Geological Survey Ireland (GSI), which collects geochemical and geophysical data on rocks, soil and water across Ireland is set to resume over the South East.
The latest phase of the survey will involve a low-flying aircraft flying over counties Laois, Kilkenny, Tipperary and Waterford, and neighbouring parts of Kildare, Carlow, Offaly and Cork. The current phase of the Tellus survey is recommencing in early Mary, following a planned break, and is expected to conclude in late summer/early autumn 2021. 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. The speed of the aircraft is about 216 km/h or 130 mph.
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. You can also follow Tellus on twitter, @TellusGSI
The @GeolSurvIE is recommencing the Tellus Survey in early May. The Tellus Survey is a nationwide programme that collects geochemical and geophysical data on rocks, soil and water across #Ireland to help us sustainably manage the #environment.
Website>> https://t.co/RFzdz9V1jn pic.twitter.com/6fzfR6irx7— Carlow PPN (@CarlowPPN) April 29, 2021
