KERRY is now officially on red alert.
The status orange warning that applied for the county in advance of Storm Hannah will be upgraded to red – the highest possible – between 6 o’clock and 8 o’clock this Friday night.
Northwesterly winds will reach mean speeds in excess of 80km/with violent gusts of 130-150km/h in places in that two-hour period.
Members of the public have been cautioned to venture outdoors only if absolutely necessary and motorists have been warned to be on the alert for fallen trees, branches and electrical cables.
The Kerry Weather Coordination Team is asking members of the public to take necessary precautions for high winds including securing items or property which are susceptible to high winds such as hoarding, signage, garden furniture and other items.
Owners of properties where there are current construction works or items such as scaffolding, hoarding or cranes should secure all such items and materials which are vulnerable to strong winds
- Power outages should be notified to ESB Networks on 1850 372999
- Any other emergencies can be reported to Kerry County Council’s Emergency Line on 066-7183588 throughout the duration of the weather event
- Where there is a significant emergency or risk to human life, members of the public should call 999.
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