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Storm Ophelia - General Discussion/Local reports - See MOD NOTE Post #1

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'Scuse me if I'm breaking any rules of Weather here with another thread, but didn't want to derail the main thread with too much chatter.

Guessing a lot of people (particularly us mostly-lurkers) might be in the same boat as me - not really sure what this all means on the ground in terms of preparation - and even if it's not too awful, I for one would prefer to be over-prepared rather than under-prepared! (At the moment, I don't feel that prepared at all!)

I'm living in a pretty exposed place for this particular set of indicators (on a narrow, south-west jutting peninsula off the Galway coast) and thus somewhat nervous about it. We're moving the bedroom to the sitting room as I've always been a bit dubious about the tall trees on that side of the house, but apart from that, sheltering the car (somehow) and ensuring there's as little potential debris as possible, I'm a bit at a loss. Water, candles might be an idea to get in.

Any more experienced people have ideas? Or what are others in the firing line doing?

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my3cents

sjb25 wrote: »

That's everything in out of the garden that's loose firelighters and briquettes picked up car filled with diesel and a spare bottle of gas in the shead and packet of battery's should be sorted now

But will the shed still be there on Tuesday?

AlekSmart

flaneur wrote: »

I know speaking to Americans living here they’re absolutely shocked at how we seem to be doing noting except assuming it’ll just fizzle out.

I can well imagine their mystification

Unfortunately our National Psyche is built around a core principle of never being the first one to make a concrete decision,or take direct action on any given issue.

We drive as we vote,sticking to the middle lane or white line,never moving too far to either side,which leaves us with some interesting Driving Scenario's,never mind Political ones.

As for this "Emergency",which has been a steadily developing threat for the past week,the essential element for the National Emergency Committee will be to consider and debate upon how little to do,rather than initiate any large scale co-ordinated response...which might set a precedent.

All these oul County Councillors,City & County Managers,with their accountancy degrees and fingers in various Auctioneering and Property Development businesses,are looking at the longer game,with none of them wanting to be the first to jump,and sanction SPENDING on stuff that might benefit people in times of emergency.

Most of these lads would be less worried about the Storm itself,than the danger of them setting a precedent for future weather events.;)

Beechwoodspark

RocketRaccoon wrote: »

As someone who was in Florida last month during Irma I am showing a lot more concern for this than i usually would but I am in disbelief at the amount of people laughing about this and trying to make jokes about it by posting that meme with the chair blown over.

This is a serious situation and people need to cop on and realise it. My wife thinks I've gone mad running around buying torches and batteries. There is no way I'm sending my kids to school either.

1 guy made a smart remark in the Tesco yest along the lines of "shure, my phone has a light on it"...eh yeah...until it runs out of battery that is

sjb25

That's everything in out of the garden that's loose firelighters and briquettes picked up car filled with diesel and a spare bottle of gas in the shead and packet of battery's should be sorted now

dcfc91

Living in Limerick city centre, going to be keeping track of this during the day and if it's keeps up the way it's going the car will be going into a multi-storey car park for the night and for tomorrow.

r93kaey5p2izun

I'm a teacher. Nothing but a red warning for Dublin will cause my principal to close the school. I am concerned as to how the building will hold up as it's due a new roof and we have hundreds of leaks. Windows have broken in storms before. The students all live within walking distance (it's in the middle of dozens of council estates) but most staff commute from Laois/Offaly/Louth/Westmeath. I am one of very few living nearby so I will walk in. I'm worried about the impact later in the day and then everyone getting home safe.

fryup

can anyone remember what category Darwin was before it hit ireland ? a tropical storm?

crustybla

I can't do a link but as someone said CNN website is interesting regarding The Big O. I don't think I could be much more nervous about this.

Ninthlife

TheMilkyPirate wrote: »

My young lad isn't going to school regardless of if it closes or not, Hopefully more parents in affected areas will take the same approach even if there schools don't.

Keeping mine off too. Think the Dept of Education should be now taking more definitive action and instructing schools to close.

RocketRaccoon

As someone who was in Florida last month during Irma I am showing a lot more concern for this than i usually would but I am in disbelief at the amount of people laughing about this and trying to make jokes about it by posting that meme with the chair blown over.

This is a serious situation and people need to cop on and realise it. My wife thinks I've gone mad running around buying torches and batteries. There is no way I'm sending my kids to school either.

Harry Palmr

Kildare, everyone knows that.

charlietheminxx

Stheno wrote: »

If there is a red weather warning would people expect not to go to work?

Not expect but I suppose you’d have to use your own judgement in that case. If you have a bit of a commute on roads you don’t think are safe then I think it would be reasonable to stay home.

Oscar Bravo

naughto wrote: »

What school is that for

Geralds

Tom Cruises Left Nut

Ninthlife wrote: »

Schools in Newbridge have announced they are closing tomorrow. Hope more follow suit as the day progresses

New bridge in which county

[Deleted User]

I live in Cork city beside a quay and need to drive to work at about 10.30am. Do I park my car on the quay where I always park it where it can sometimes flood? Means I’m in my car in minutes away so less time in storm..but could risk car being damaged. Or do I park it about a 10 minute walk away so it’s away from the river but means for walking for some time in the storm...

Or am I overthinking this.

My original plans was driving up from Killarney at 9.30am to Cork. Not doing that anymore!

naughto

What school is that for

Oscar Bravo

Same in Castlebar

Dear Parents, Staff and Students,
Red Alert wind warning for Mayo.
I am sending out this message that we MAY close on Monday. Parents are advised to make provisional care arrangements.
The current prediction is that Ophelia will hit Mayo at 9 am on Monday.
There is still a high degree of uncertainty regarding the track and strength of the storm.
I will update you at 5pm today.
Regards,
D Hyland.

TheMilkyPirate

Ninthlife wrote: »

Schools in Newbridge have announced they are closing tomorrow. Hope more follow suit as the day progresses

My young lad isn't going to school regardless of if it closes or not, Hopefully more parents in affected areas will take the same approach even if there schools don't.

flaneur

I know speaking to Americans living here they’re absolutely shocked at how we seem to be doing noting except assuming it’ll just fizzle out.

crustybla

I'm considering keeping my kids out tomorrow. It's the late afternoon pick-up I'm worried about. I'd rather not have the car on the road then, and walking will be dangerous too.

GritBiscuit

iguana wrote:

I was talking to a couple of teachers here who think they probably will. I'm not going to be taking my son tomorrow regardless of whether his school opens or not. It's too risky as most storm fatalities in Ireland have happened while people are travelling.

Donal55 wrote:

Ultimately everyone is responaible for themselves. If you don't feel happy then take a day's leave.

This. If predictions keep going as is, I'm not going anywhere tomorrow and kids are having a day off school.

Last time there were gale force winds we only got the call the school was closing just as the worst hit and had the terrifying experience of being stuck in traffic with horrible crosswinds, tiles blown off roofs and smashing around us as the high sided 4x4 in front rocked up onto 2 wheels. Friends live out a country road and their normal 20 min trip took over 5hrs to get home behind a local farmer with a chain saw clearing trees and branches. Never again!

Ninthlife

Schools in Newbridge have announced they are closing tomorrow. Hope more follow suit as the day progresses

Wombatman

I really think they should close all schools. Met Éireann says Ophelia is comparable to Storm Debbie which killed 18 people in 1961. One day won't make much of a difference.

Hurricane-force winds are expected to reach the southern portions of Ireland by Monday afternoon and spread inland across the country into Monday night.

Hurricane-force ye muppets. Flying debris everywhere and gusts powerful enough to knock you off your feet.

Ave Sodalis

Strawberry Milkshake wrote:

It will all depend on power outages and the brave Esb teams.

Fair enough! I know in 2014, they were very good in Limerick at getting out and getting everything back.

How about in terms of weather?

flaneur

I’m hearing a few discussions in Cork City along to lines of “it will be a bit breezy - we are open! You better be here!”

We need guidance in this ASAP as there’s a very high risk of people putting themselves in danger.

Harry Palmr

Just chucked 20 euro into the car, bought batteries for radio, bought camping lantern for light (those LEDs are hideous but better than the dark!), will top up phone charge and credit last thing evening. Will also make a big sausage roll for tomorrows tea if needed (hell I'll eat it anyway!)

Stheno

charlietheminxx wrote: »

I understand that in principle, but not every employer is ok with people taking leave without notice. If there’s a red warning for Dublin, I’m sure they’ll understand but at the moment there’s not a hope of them accepting my absence tomorrow.

If there is a red weather warning would people expect not to go to work?

BoJack Horseman

R.F. wrote: »

Can anyone predict how my drive from Gorey to bray will be like at 8am tomorrow?

The same heavy traffic from Glen o The Downs as it is every day!
The journey back south will be spicier.

iguana

I'm going out in a bit to fill the car with petrol. I don't think widespread, long lasting power outages are too likely in urban areas but to be on the safe side it won't hurt to fill the car now in case it's a few days before it's possible again. I might fill the petrol bottle too in case the genny is needed.

alroley wrote: »

Is it likely Limerick city schools could close?

I was talking to a couple of teachers here who think they probably will. I'm not going to be taking my son tomorrow regardless of whether his school opens or not. It's too risky as most storm fatalities in Ireland have happened while people are travelling.

Irish Steve

Blingy wrote: »

So what precautions is everyone taking for this red alert?

As it was some time ago, I will relink it here

http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showpost.php?p=104966245&postcount=3

Only a guide, but if you get to the end of it and don't find anything relevant, you're ready for whatever comes.