PREPARATIONS are underway at Limerick Council ahead of the cold snap set to hit the county this weekend.Â
The local authority said it is planning to undertake road salting operations to help with potentially hazardous travel conditions of the below freezing conditions predicted for this Friday night and into Saturday morning.
A Status Yellow ice and low temperature warning will come into place for Limerick and the rest of Ireland from 9pm tonight and last into 10am tomorrow morning.
“Limerick City and County Council is advising motorists that even where roads are gritted, slow down, drive with caution, be aware of other road users and allow extra time for your journey”, a statement from the Council said.
“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.
“Pedestrians are advised to take extra care while walking: footpaths etc. can be extremely hazardous/slippery due to ice.”
Emergency services
Members of the public are advised to monitor Met Éireann forecasts and/or met.ie for the most up to date information.
ESB Emergency Services can be contacted at 1800 372 999.
The public can monitor powercheck.ie in cases of queries of power and electricity supply.
Uisce Éireann customers can check water.ie or social media for updates on any water service interruptions. A dree text alert system is also available.
Farmers are advised to take all precautions when dealing with livestock and possibly working alone.
For emergencies, members of the public are advised to contact Limerick City and County Council at 061 556 000 or 061 417 833 (out of hours).