Status Orange Snow and Ice Warning for County Clare
Met Éireann has issued an Orange snow and ice warning for County Clare from 17.00 on Saturday January 4, until 20.00 on Sunday, January 5.
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
- 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.
The 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.
Check on elderly, vulnerable and isolated neighbours.
The Be Winter Ready website: https://www.gov.ie/en/campaigns/aa78b9-be-winter-ready provides further advice on preparing for severe weather.
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.
Page last reviewed: 03/01/25
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