Wicklow Storm Barra Latest Advice From Wicklow County Council.

 Wicklow County Council Update On Storm Barra.

Storm Barra will bring very strong and disruptive winds and heavy rain to Ireland across Tuesday and WednesdayAn Orange weather alert for high winds is in place for County Wicklow for a period from 8am Tuesday 7^th December up to 1pm Tuesday.The Irish Coast Guard, Road Safety Authority, An Garda Síochána and County Councils have issued the following public safety advice:·Stay away from all coastal areas for the duration of the Met Éireann warnings·All road users should be aware of the hazardous travelling conditions, and only necessary journeys should be undertaken. Motorists should slow down and be aware of the dangers of fallen trees and debris. High sided vehicles are particularly vulnerable during this time.·Do not travel during orange alert unless absolutely necessary to do so. ·As conditions will vary throughout the event, people need to take account of the local conditions and advice from their County Council.·The public are warned electricity wires are always live, never approach. If you see fallen or damaged wires, keep clear and phone ESB Networks immediately on 1800 372 999/021 238 2410 The Wicklow County Council Severe Weather Alert Team met this morning and continues to monitor events.Reports of trees down in the following areas have been made to Wicklow County Council:

• Lough Dan Road, between Roundwood and Annamoe
• The Pines, Arklow
• Sea Road, Arklow
• Blocking Bohilla Lane, Kilmacanogue
• Brittas Bay
• Herbert Road Bray blocked due to flooding
• Bohilla Lane, Kilmacanogue

 Reports of tree falling incidents will continue to be reviewed and assessed by Wicklow County Council outdoor staff and will be removed if safe to do so.