ALERT: Motorists warned of fallen trees and blocked roads as Storm Éowyn wreaks havoc

Gardaí have issued a warning for people not to drive during the status red weather alert as Storm Éowyn causes widespread destruction across the country.

The red warning alert is valid until 11am on Friday January 24th with updates to follow closely after.

Gardaí have reported numerous calls being made to them of fallen trees throughout the Country posing a danger to anyone who is driving.

Gardaí urge people not to drive during these time and to remain at home as much as possible.

Cllr Mark Leigh has reported a tree that has fallen across the Athy-Stradbally road, one kilometre from Athy town. 

He shared a post that said, "The person who took this is a front line worker. Please be careful if you have to travel for work."

The red warning alert warns of possible danger to life, with dangerous travelling conditions, unsafe working conditions, fallen trees, cancellation of events and disruptions to services.

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Across social media, posts are being made by people across the country who have reported fallen trees blocking roads and pathways.

Here is a few examples below:

Galway County Council has shared images of fallen trees across the Galway.

Ben Ryan Photography on Facebook has shared photos of fallen trees across Clondalkin in Kildare.

Gardaí in Wexford have shared a video to Facebook of a road blockage due to a fallen tree. 

It is advised to report any fallen trees to your local County Council or Gardaí.