Anyone who leaves their home today are putting their lives at risk
That's the message from Gardai in Cork who are urging the public to stay indoors and be safe
Three people have died as a result of storm Ophelia which continues to track north across the country.
A woman and a man were killed in separate incidents in counties Waterford and Louth when trees struck their cars, while a man was fatally injured while using a chainsaw in Cahir, Co. Tipperary this afternoon.
Speaking to RedFM News, Sgt Peter Murphy of the Communications Centre in Anglesea Street is urging people to stay indoors, and to consider those already killed in the storm.
More from Cork
-
Lord Mayor Of City Felt Privileged To Represent Cork During Such A Difficult Time As He Faces Into Last Month In Office
Councillor Joe Kavanagh will be handing over the mayoral chains outside of City Hall for the first time ever on June 18th due to the pandemic
-
Expert calls for people to reduce meat intake
Eating too much meat can increase the risk of serious illnesses by as much as 30%.
-
International Care Day Is Being Celebrated At The Bessborough Centre In Blackrock Today
The event highlights the positive impact of the experience of young people in care
-
UPDATE: Teenage Girl Killed And Three Teenage Boys Injured In Knocknaheeny Crash
It's understood the teenage driver of the car fled the scene on foot
-
Angry Farmers To Stage Protest Outside Aldi in Mitchelstown Later
They're appealing to retailers to come to the talks table
-
UPDATE: Toddler Who Was Injured At Her Home On The Boreenmanna Road Has Died
The two year-old was rushed to hospital with traumatic head injuries