# Snow

Status red warning for five Leinster counties extended until 9am

Snow will continue to fall until this evening and sleety showers are expected tomorrow.

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Mar 2nd 2018, 4:00 PM

PHOTOS: Stunning shots of snow around the country

It’s a winter wonderland … in March.

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Mar 2nd 2018, 1:10 PM

# No Cars Go

'It’s not just your own life you’re risking': People told to not drive unless journey is essential

Several people had to be rescued after getting stuck in their cars.

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Mar 2nd 2018, 11:40 AM

# Your Say

Poll: Are you planning to leave your home today?

Do you think you have snow business venturing out of the house?

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Mar 2nd 2018, 9:11 AM

Forecast, transport and closures: Here's what you need to know today

A status red snow-ice warning will remain in place for Munster, Leinster and Galway until 6pm.

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Mar 2nd 2018, 8:37 AM

# whiteout

'In Boston they'd throw you in the clink': Here's why you should never drive in a blizzard

Sean O’Neill of Transport Infrastructure Ireland said “even in a tank” people would be at risk of driving off a bridge or motorway because of reduced visibility.

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Mar 1st 2018, 5:18 PM

Everyone should be off the roads and indoors from now

People are being advised to stay indoors until tomorrow afternoon as a blizzard moves in.

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Mar 1st 2018, 3:58 PM

# emergency personnel

Michael D Higgins praises people who are working to provide essential services during storm

A status red snow-ice warning is in place for the entire country.

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Mar 1st 2018, 3:05 PM

# Shutdown

Large queues formed outside post offices ahead of lunchtime shutdown

All An Post branches are now shut until Monday.

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Mar 1st 2018, 1:14 PM

LIVE

Status Red warning nationwide as Ireland braces for blizzard conditions

Stay with us for the day as we bring you the latest updates.

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Mar 1st 2018, 10:45 AM

# beast from the southside

7 completely zen ways to make the most of your snow day at home

You’re trapped inside so make the most of it.

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Mar 1st 2018, 8:00 AM

# sexy beast

Pictures: A snowbound zoo, snowball fights, and stunning vistas - the Beast hit Ireland and everything looked amazing

It was a day of singular beauty around the emerald isle.

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Feb 28th 2018, 10:30 PM

# dangerous conditions

'Unprecedented situation': Up to 40cm of snow predicted by Friday lunchtime

A Status Red snow-ice warning will be in place in Munster and Leinster from 4pm tomorrow.

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Feb 28th 2018, 6:40 PM

AS IT HAPPENED

Here's your transport updates as country prepares for heavy snowfall overnight

The government has said that 25cm of snow is expected tomorrow, and 40cm on Friday.

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Feb 28th 2018, 6:18 PM

# Severe Weather

All non-urgent outpatient procedures in Leinster and Munster cancelled

Three children’s hospitals are also cancelling planned admissions and outpatient appointments.

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Feb 28th 2018, 5:45 PM

9 painfully Southside responses to the arrival of the Beast from the East

You can find bread but you can’t find brioche.

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Feb 28th 2018, 4:30 PM

Over 40 people have died as a result of the severe icy weather gripping Europe

At least 42 people have died because of weather conditions in Europe since Friday.

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Feb 28th 2018, 2:57 PM

# worse to come

Conditions are going to deteriorate further as Met Éireann expects 25cm of snowfall by tomorrow

Temperatures will drop to as low as -6 degrees tonight.

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Feb 28th 2018, 11:00 AM

PHOTOS: Many parts of Ireland are covered in snow

Stay safe out there.

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Feb 28th 2018, 10:06 AM

'Now is the time': People asked to clear snow from outside their home before snow worsens

The snow is set to reach up to 25cm tomorrow, so people are being urged to take action now.

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Feb 28th 2018, 8:39 AM

# Snow Day

Schools to decide if they remain closed, rather than department

Buses are not running in many areas.

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Feb 28th 2018, 7:30 AM

# Sneachta

Red weather warning issued after heavy overnight snow

The Beast From The East has arrived.

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Feb 28th 2018, 7:20 AM

# Homelessness

'As temperatures drop, there's a fear for life' - Volunteer group operates day and night ahead of icy weather

The Dublin Regional Homeless Executive has said that over 165 extra beds have been made available because of the weather warning.

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Feb 27th 2018, 10:16 PM

Householders warned NOT to leave their taps running during the freezing weather

Here’s what you need to do to help prevent your water pipes from bursting.

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Feb 27th 2018, 5:30 PM

Taoiseach says minister's advice to turn the heating on 24/7 'is not the advice of government'

Minister Jim Daly said that older people could claim the money back for fuel from welfare schemes.

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Feb 27th 2018, 3:20 PM

# day after tomorrow

'Continuous snow' to hit Ireland as Beast from the East clashes with Storm Emma

Gale force winds of up to 110km/h could occur over the coming days, Met Éireann has warned.

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Feb 27th 2018, 2:19 PM

Pharmacists urge people to ensure they have 'supply of essential medicines' before storm hits

The Irish Pharmacy Union has warned that patients could experience “significant disruption for several days”.

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Feb 27th 2018, 10:03 AM

Here are the plans in place to get Ireland through Storm Emma

The National Emergency Coordination Group said there may be a Status Red warning later this week.

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Feb 26th 2018, 3:33 PM

PHOTOS: Many parts of Europe are under snow

A snow-ice warning has been issued for seven counties in Ireland.

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Feb 26th 2018, 3:03 PM