Mayo County Council have issued their advice on the impact of Storm Amy. Pic: Sportsfile
Mayo County Council have urged the public to take 'extreme caution' as the effect of Storm Amy is felt across the county.
The warnings from Met Éireann have wreaked havoc on Mayo and beyond, with sporting events, flights, and plenty besides falling foul of the turgid weather conditions making their way in from the Atlantic.
Now, the local Council have issued directives, as well as their planned response to any unforeseen circumstances of the high winds and heavy rainfall.
Kevin Kelly, the Chief Executive of Mayo County Council, stated the following.
“Mayo County Council are urging the public to exercise extreme caution during the period the Orange Wind and Red Marine
Warnings are in effect."
“The Council will continuously monitor the outcomes of Storm Amy and will have response teams on standby to respond to incidents if they arise," he continued.
“Our main concern is public safety, and Mayo County Council will continue to offer advice and updates through our social media channels and on our website at www.mayo.ie.”
The County Council have also advised that people limit their travel to essential journeys and take shelter as much as possible.
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