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Jan 23 2025
Clare braces BAGS OF CLASS IN TULLA for ‘historic’ storm Éowyn by Stuart Holly editor@clareecho.ie
CLARE is bracing itself for a ‘historic’ storm, with experts warning of an ‘unprecedented and life-threatening’ event tonight and tomorrow. Schools will close tomorrow (Friday, January 24) as winds of up to 130km/h are predicted during the storm which will last from 3am to 12 noon on Friday afternoon, according to Met Éireann. The Road Safety Authority (RSA) is urging the public to take extreme caution during Storm Éowyn. In a statement to The Clare Echo, they said, “This is not a typical weather event — it has the potential to be a significant and historic storm that poses a serious risk to life.”
People are being urged not to travel on Friday during the red weather warning and to avoid unnecessary travel when it passes due to the extremely strong winds which will result in fallen trees and power lines, destruction to property, flying debris, and road blockages. This could also lead to cancellation of events, wave overtopping, coastal flooding in low lying and exposed areas and unsafe working conditions as well as significant structural damage and disruption and cancellations to transport. The RSA added, “Public safety is paramount. Everyone must act responsibly to protect themselves and others while reducing pressure on emergency services and crews.” More on p4
l The Tulla Intermediate Camogie team celebrate at their victory social at the Lakeside Hotel, Killaloe with Patrick Murphy of the Tulla Pipe Band Photo by Ruth Griffin
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