North and west brace for Storm Barra as tens of thousands left without power
Schools in 12 counties told to close as Government warns worst not yet over
Schools in 12 counties told to close as Government warns worst not yet over
Clare under red wind warning overnight while orange alert extended to Dublin
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Thousands left without power as Met Éireann issues series of wind and rain alerts
Met Éireann says people should “stop everything” and stay indoors during red alert
Met Éireann says likelihood of landfall ‘high probability’ and warns of flooding
Department says schools should make closure decisions based on their own judgment
Affected counties along western seabord including Kerry, Clare, Mayo and Donegal
Siptu condemns move but Dawn Meats insists arrangements in line with sector norms
Swirling snow will lead to ‘zero visibililty’ with 100 km/h winds and freezing conditions
Chair of emergency body expects school transport to run subject to local conditions
Decisions on whether to close to be made by individual schools
School closures may be necessary as flights are cancelled due to ‘beast from the east’
People in affected areas urged to ‘keep away from coastline if you don’t need to be there’
Local council accused of failing to act on warnings by Office of Public Works
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Luas cancelled and schools closed on Tuesday morning; Gusts continue but will fade overnight
Second day of closures to allow for authorities to check for damage in buildings
High intensity rainfall due in places ahead of ‘a good deal cooler’ weather next week
Flood-hit towns prepare as new rainfall warning issued for south and south west
Simon Harris warns of significant flood risk as homes in Limerick city and Athlone flooded
Tens of thousands without crucial services as repair efforts continue across the country
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