AA Roadwatch reporting difficult driving conditions in the South East tonight
Widespread snowfall has been reported across the South East tonight. Read more
National Emergency Coordination Group: “So far events are unfolding as Met Éireann has forecast”
The National Emergency Coordination Group for Severe Weather has issued a statement this evening on the current situation. Key Public Safety & Information Messages Monitor national, local and social media for updates for weather in your area Keep supplies of essential medication in case it... Read more
Storm Emma: Red weather warning will be issued with blizzard-like conditions to come
The Irish Red Cross notified the HSE today that it has 120 vehicles on standby across the country ahead of the extreme weather conditions expected this week. Read more
Supermarkets bringing in extra food supplies as stores run out ahead of Storm Emma
Some retailers say sales are up 40%, and they are bringing in extra supplies to cope with the demand. Read more
Employment expert urges companies to clarify if staff need to come into work during Storm Emma
Employers are being urged to put an adverse weather policy in place so staff are clear on whether they should to come to work or stay at home. Read more
Minister: Schools will have to close if a Red Alert is issued
The first heavy snowfall is expected later this evening, with the worst of the weather expected on Thursday evening and Friday. Read more
LISTEN: ESB issue warning over switch outs in Kilkenny and Carlow
They have advice about outages in the area. Read more
Latest information from Carlow and Wexford County Councils with Orange Alert in place tomorrow
The region's county councils and emergency management teams have met today to co-ordinate plans as Ireland faces its coldest week in many years. Read more
Met Eireann concerned about blizzard conditions as South East shops run out of bread and milk
A number of shops in Carlow were out of bread and milk this afternoon. Read more
ISPCA issues important advice to pet owners this week
Heavy snowfall is expected during the week as temperatures plummet. Read more