The entire country is coming under a ‘danger to life’ warning as the countdown continues to Storm Eowyn.
Met Éireann is issuing a red wind alert for all counties from the early hours of Friday morning.
Work places are being urged to plan in advance, schools and creches will close, and emergency services are advising motorists to stay off the road.
Climate Scientist and Founder of Ireland’s Weather Channel, Cathal Nolan says the storm is on track to be the most severe we’ve ever experienced.
The Road Safety Authority says it’s an ‘unusual and dangerous’ weather event.
Spokesperson David Martin says people shouldn’t drive during the red warning, and they should still be extremely careful, even when it passes.
A Clare-based retail lobby group is urging shoppers to be prepared for the bad weather but not to go overboard.
Many retailers are expected to close during the Red wind alert tomorrow
Photos of empty shelves appeared on social media during Storm Darragh with shoppers stockpiling on items such as milk and bread.
CEO of Retail Excellence Ireland and owner of Willow in Ennis, Jean McCabe says there’s enough supplies to go around.
HR experts say it’s important to plan ahead TODAY, for possible disruption during tomorrow’s Red Wind Warning.
Bosses are being told to arrange for remote working where possible – ahead of Friday’s storm.
Caroline Reidy from the ‘HR Suite’ says health and safety should be the number one priority, and staff also need to be clear about who foots the bill.
