Waterford City and County Council’s severe weather management team attended a virtual Met Éireann Technical Briefing this morning and is advising the public that Storm Isha is expected to bring disruption throughout the night that will have an impact into Monday.
Met Éireann has issued a Weather Status Orange wind warning for Waterford from 5pm today (Sunday) until 2am tomorrow (Monday).
Speaking to WLR News, Gabriel Hynes, Senior Engineer with Waterford City and County Council, urged the public to exercise caution.
“Met Éireann has advised that Storm Isha will bring severe and damaging gusts. There is also a risk of localised and spot flooding," he said.
"The strong winds will also lead to fallen trees and branches, and debris on the roads, making journeys hazardous. With coastal water levels high there may also be a risk of wave overtopping.”
With strong winds and heavy rainfall predicted Waterford City and County Council advises the public to:
- Stay away from all coastal areas for the duration of the Met Éireann warnings
- All road users should be aware of the hazardous travelling conditions, exercise caution when travelling, allow extra time for journeys and be mindful of vulnerable road users, i.e. cyclists and pedestrians
- The public is warned electricity wires are always live, never approach. If you see fallen or damaged wires, keep clear and phone ESB Networks immediately on 1800 372 999
Waterford City and County Council’s severe weather management team will continue to monitor the situation.
Members of the public can contact Waterford City and County Council’s Customer Services Desks on 0818 10 20 20 during normal office hours after which calls will be transferred to the Council’s emergency services number.
The local authority is reminding the public of the following emergency contact numbers:
Emergency 999/112Uisce Éireann 1800 278 278ESB Networks 1800 372 999Gas Networks Ireland 1800 205 050
More Storm Isha updates on air and here throughout the day.
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