CO CLARE has been placed under a status orange snow and ice warning by Met Éireann.
This weather warning is in place from 17:00 on Saturday until 17:00 on Sunday.
Significant snowfall accumulations are expected and the possible impacts include, very difficult travelling conditions, poor visibility, travel disruption delays to public transport (air, rail, bus), difficult conditions underfoot and animal welfare issues.
Driving conditions will be hazardous, even where roads are treated. Slow down, drive with caution, be aware of other road users and allow extra time for your journey.
Take extra care while walking; footpaths etc. can be extremely hazardous/slippery due to ice.
People are advised to prepare for this period of severe weather, including ensuring their mobile phone is fully charged and with them on all journeys. In an emergency dial 999 or 112.
Clare County Council’s winter maintenance team will continue to treat roads identified in the Winter Maintenance Plan. Please refer to the Clare County Council website for the Winter Maintenance Plan which details treatment routes.
Ice free conditions cannot be guaranteed, even on treated road surfaces.
Across the country, “the severe cold snap” is expected to continue into late next week.
