Tipperary motorists urged not to make unnecessary journeys as snow warning to last until noon

Severe Weather Advisory for Tipperary - Orange Snow/Ice warning in place for Tipperary valid from midnight Wednesday 20th November 2024 to noon on Thursday 21st November 2024. 

The severe weather advisory warning of significant snow and ice in place for Tipperary is valid up to noon today, (Thursday, November 21), says Tipperary County Council. 

The Orange snow/ice warning is in place since midnight, Wednesday, November 20. 

Tipperary County Council has warned of significant snowfall accumulations expected in the area, resulting in very difficult travelling conditions, poor visibility, travel disruption and delays to public transport.

The Council’s winter maintenance programme is in operation to treat priority routes around the county. 

Met Eireann weather warnings will be monitored during the event.

The Council’s Severe Weather Assessment Team has met to assess the situation and ensure all necessary arrangements are put in place in advance of this severe weather event.

All emergency repair crews and contractors will be on standby and ready to deal with any emergencies. 

The public is advised to prepare for the possibility of travel disruption, difficult travel conditions, and delays to public transport.

Motorists are urged not to make any unnecessary journeys during this Orange event and to exercise extreme caution. Updates and advisories will be issued through local media, the Council's website, and social media channels. 

For emergency assistance, the public can contact the out of hours emergency number 0818 06 5003. Additional emergency contact numbers are as follows: 

Emergency - 999/112 

Irish Water Emergency - 1800 278 278 

ESB Networks - 1800 372 999 

Gas Networks Ireland - 1800 205 050