Road users in Cork warned ahead of weather alert
Met Éireann have issued an orange weather warning for the region.
Motorists in Cork are being asked to slow down and drive with extra care this evening as heavy rain is forecast.
It comes as Met Éireann have issued a code level orange weather warning for the region and up to 75mm of rain is forecast.
Cork City Council has issued a warning to householders and businesses as heavy rain falls will occur overnight tonight and during Friday.
Motorists are also being advised that spot flooding could lead to poor conditions for driving while pedestirans and cyclists are being reminded to wear bright or reflective clothing to increase their visbility on the roads.
The warning is in effect from midnight tonight until midnight on Friday.
Speaking to RedFM News, the Road Safety Authority's Brian Farrell has this advice for motorists:
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