'Stay back, stay high, stay dry' - Storm Lorenzo advice

Authorities are urging people ahead of the arrival of Storm Lorenzo to "stay back, stay high, stay dry" and to "expect the unexpected".

The main advice includes:

Monitor Met Éireann forecasts for your area, as well as your local authority website
Be aware of weather conditions and heed safety warnings
Keep your Eircode to hand as it is helpful in times of emergency
Very strong winds could make driving conditions hazardous, especially for cyclists, pedestrians, motorcyclists and high-sided vehicles
Check vehicle tyres and turn lights on
Do not drive through any flooded areas - be particularly vigilant near bridges and rivers
If trees fall, electricity lines will come down. If a tree is down be careful as live wires could be there too
Stay away from the edge of coastal areas, as well as cliffs, harbours, marinas, piers, rivers, lakes and breakwaters
Power cuts are likely - charge phones and powerbanks, and check batteries in torches
If power goes, use LED candles, not real ones
Have your Meter Point Reference Number (MPRN) to hand when contacting ESB Networks. The MPRN starts with the digits 10 and is shown on the bill from your electricity supplier
Check for any loose roof tiles and put away or tie down any loose items in gardens
Clear loose debris from gutters and drains to avoid blockages. Trim any bushes or small trees that could cause damage
Know where to switch off electricity, gas and water supplies
Check on isolated or vulnerable neighbours and family members

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Road Safety Authority Tel: 096 25800 / Lo-Call: 1890 40 60 40

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Bus Éireann - Tel: 1850 836 611 / 01 8366111

Dublin Bus - Tel: 01 8734222

Iarnród Éireann - Tel: 01 8366222

Luas - Tel: 1850 300 604 / 01 4614911

Transport Infrastructure Ireland - Motorway incident line: 0818 715 100

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