Laois County Council and An Garda Siochana Crisis Management Team have issued an update this lunch time as Ex Hurricane Ophelia is inflicting serious damage on the county.
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
Increased wind speeds have been experienced than what was originally forecast. All members of the public are advised to remain indoors and not to venture outdoors under any circumstances.
The Council are also 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.
Further updates will issue providing information on the current situation.
SEE ALSO – Follow our Live Blog as Ophelia starts inflicting serious damage
