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Met Éireann issues Status Orange Low Temperature – Ice warning

Orange Weather Warning

A Status Orange Low Temperature – Ice warning will be in place for Waterford and Munster from 8pm this evening until 10am tomorrow, Wednesday (January 8th) and again from 6pm on Wednesday until 11am Thursday (January 9th).

There is also an ongoing Status Yellow Low Temperature – Ice warning in place for whole country until 6am Friday (January 10th).

Waterford City and County Council is continuing to treat the Priority One, Two and Three roads network during this cold spell. All Waterford City and County Council gritting routes can be found on the homepage of Waterford City and County Council website at https://waterfordcouncil.ie/

With temperatures expected to remain below freezing in many parts of the country, travelling conditions will remain challenging, even where roads are gritted, and motorists are advised to exercise caution, slow down, allow extra time for journeys, allow an extra safe distance between you and the vehicle in front, and be mindful of vulnerable road users.

Travelling conditions, particularly on untreated roads will be hazardous, with potential for black ice.  Most roads throughout Waterford city and county are open and passable, however the R668 (Vee Road) and R669 (Clogheen Road) from Lismore and Cappoquin remain closed and motorists are asked to avoid.

Pedestrians are also advised to take care as footpaths will be dangerous with be slippery due to ice and frost.

Members of the public can contact Waterford City and County Council’s Customer Services Desks by calling 0818 10 20 20 during normal office hours, after which calls will be transferred to the Council’s emergency services number

Key public safety messages:

  • Wintry showers and icy surfaces will lead to difficult travel conditions.
  • Road conditions will be hazardous, even where roads are gritted, slow down, drive with caution, be aware of other road users and allow extra time for your journey.
  • Drivers travelling longer journeys are advised to be aware of conditions right along their route, as the weather may vary significantly across different parts of the country.
  • Public transport may also be affected by this spell of wintry weather; people are advised to check with service operators for the latest updates in their area.
  • Take extra care while walking as footpaths etc. can be extremely hazardous/slippery due to ice.
  • Check on elderly, vulnerable and isolated neighbours.
  • People are advised to prepare for this period of severe weather including ensuring their mobile phone is fully charged to enable communication.
  • Keep your phone charged and take it with you on all journeys. In an emergency dial 999 or 112.
  • Monitor Met Éireann forecasts and/or visit https://www.met.ie/ for the most up to date information. Information is available across social media platforms and other news media sources.
  • ESB Emergency Services can be contacted at 1800 372 999. The public can monitor www.PowerCheck.ie.
  • Uisce Éireann Customers can check their website and social media channels for updates and to get in touch with any issues or concerns via our 24/7 customer care centre at 1800 278 278. People can also sign up online to free text alert system to get regular updates about their local supplies – see www.water.ie.
  • People are advised to conserve water, and visit https://www.water.ie for advice.
  • The Be Winter Ready website https://www.gov.ie/en/campaigns/aa78b9-be-winter-ready provides further advice on preparing for severe weather.
  • Farmers are advised to take all precautions when dealing with livestock and possibly working alone.
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