Category Archives: Severe Weather

Weather Warning – Low Pressure (Thunderstorms/Lightning)

Posted on September 8, 2021 by waterfordcouncilnews

Met Eireann have issued a Nationwide warning of an unstable area of low pressure today and tomorrow. Sporadic heavy downpours with lightning/thunderstorm risk and localised flooding 30-40mm in some areas. Mist and fog still a feature with high humidity and … Continue reading →

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Waterford Severe Weather Protocol for Rough Sleepers operational

Posted on February 11, 2021 by waterfordcouncilnews

Waterford Severe Weather Protocol for Rough Sleepers This Protocol is operational in the event of a severe weather alert and bouts of freezing temperatures and is specifically for clients who are rough sleeping. Arrangements: Out of hours, single men should go … Continue reading →

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Waterford Severe Weather Protocol for Rough Sleepers operational

Posted on February 9, 2021 by waterfordcouncilnews

Waterford Severe Weather Protocol for Rough Sleepers This Protocol is operational in the event of a severe weather alert and bouts of freezing temperatures and is specifically for people who are rough sleeping. Arrangements: Out of hours, single men should go … Continue reading →

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Road Safety Alert –Weather Warning for Snow / Ice

Posted on February 5, 2021 by waterfordcouncilnews

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) is advising all road users to prepare for cold weather conditions as Met Eireann have issued a warning for cold temperatures in low single figures by day and with sharp or severe frosts and icy … Continue reading →

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Waterford expects exceptional weather event associated with Storm Ellen

Posted on August 19, 2020 by waterfordcouncilnews

Storm Ellen is expected to affect Waterford later this evening from 8pm and will be most impactful from 11pm through the night to early morning.  Storm Ellen is forecast to be an exceptional weather event for this time of year … Continue reading →

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Orange and Yellow Weather Warnings Issued for Storm Ellen

Posted on August 19, 2020 by waterfordcouncilnews

The Road Safety Authority (RSA), is asking road users to exercise caution while using the roads over the next few days as Met Eireann has issued Orange and Yellow weather warnings for strong winds and heavy rain. Met Eireann has … Continue reading →

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Storm Dennis – Weather Advisory from Met Éireann

Posted on February 14, 2020 by waterfordcouncilnews

Storm Dennis will bring some very wet and very windy weather over the weekend and into Monday. Some flooding is likely and damaging gusty winds with some disruption possible. Further Warnings will be issued on Friday 14th Feb. Valid from … Continue reading →

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Road Safety Alert – Yellow Weather Warning for Snow / Ice

Posted on February 10, 2020 by waterfordcouncilnews

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) is advising all road users to prepare for cold weather conditions as Met Eireann have issued a Yellow Weather Warning for Snow and Ice for Monday and Tuesday. Wintery showers of hail, sleet and snow … Continue reading →

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Storm Brendan Joint Statement by Waterford City and County Council & An Garda Síochána

Posted on January 13, 2020 by waterfordcouncilnews

The Crisis Management Team have been in liaison since yesterday (January 12th) to assess the response by the relevant agencies to Storm Brendan. Waterford is subject to an Orange wind warning issued by Met Éireann valid from 08.00am to 15.00pm … Continue reading →

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