There has been another update from various bodies in Laois dealing with the effects of Ex Hurrican Ophelia which is currently battering the county this afternoon.
“Laois County Council, An Garda Siochana and HSE Crisis Management Team wish to strongly advise that all members of the public should remain indoors,” said a statement released by Michael Rainey, Director of Services in Laois County Council.
“Under no circumstances should anybody leave their property or travel on the roads
“There are currently 19 roads blocked in Co. Laois and fallen trees have been reported in 24 separate locations.
“Portarlington Fire Services has responded to a road traffic collision at Monasterevin where a tree has fallen on a car, one person has been removed to Portlaoise General Hospital.
“Please be advised if you require the assistance of the emergency services please dial 999. The local number for the Severe Weather Communication Centre is 1890837273. Emergency shelter is available on request.”
Earlier today, the Council had given an update on road closures, power outages and various other incidents.
The following roads have been closed:
- Mountmellick to Clonaslee
- Ballybrittas to Vicarstown
- Mountmellick to Portarlington (at Garryhinch)
- Rathdowney to Ballacolla (Middlemount Rathdowney)
- Spink to Swan (Heydons Pub)
- Mountain View, Portlaoise
They have also reported the following serious incidents:
- Fallen tree on car at Marybourough Village (no person injured)
- Roof has blown off shed in Ballyfin
- Tree down on utility wires at Derrycloney Bridge and Drinagh, Mountmellick
- We have also been informed of a tree down in Ballacolla which has the power down. The traffic lights in the village aren’t working as a result so proceed with caution.
Power outages in the following
Power Outages have been reported at Abbeyleix, Mountmellick, Clonaslee, Cullohill, Kilcavan, Killenard.
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Further updates will issue providing information on the current situation.
