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Prom closed in Tramore ahead of Storm Callum

Prom closed in Tramore ahead of Storm Callum

Photograph: Noel Browne

The Prom in Tramore, Co Waterford has been closed to traffic until after Storm Callum subsides.

It's due to high tides, heavy rainfall and storm surges in the area.

Flooding is likely and there's a danger of flying debris overnight.

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The road will be opened when the storm is over.

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Emergency teams across the country are putting plans in place ahead of the arrival of Storm Callum this evening.

Met Eireann has issued an orange weather warning for Cork and Kerry from 10pm and other coastal counties including Waterford from midnight.

Gusts of up to 130 kilometres are predicted along with heavy rain.

Conditions are expected to be extreme during busy commuter hours in the morning and people are being advised there could be debris and fallen trees or branches on the roads.

Winds are expected to peak between 4.00am and 7.00am tomorrow.

 

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