Over 10,000 homes without power in Limerick

OVER 10,000 homes are without power in county Limerick on this snowy Sunday morning.

The restoration times range from 12pm to 6pm and in the case of those without electricity in Lough Gur / Herbertstown it is "currently unknown".

The areas affected are parts of Doon, Roxborough, Lough Gur / Herbertstown, Hospital, Knockainey, Garryspillane, Kilmallock, Patrickswell, Curraghchase, Ballyhahill, Abbeyfeale, Athea, Newcastle West, Tournafulla, Dromcollogher and Feenagh Kilmeedy.

ESB warns that fallen electricity wires are live and dangerous. They stress "Never approach or touch them and call our emergency service immediately on 1800 372 999".

Limerick received some of the heaviest snowfall in the country late on Saturday and overnight.

Limerick City and County Council said this Sunday morning that snow fall continued throughout the night "creating treacherous conditions on many roads in Limerick".

"We will be ploughing and treating roads throughout the day. R521 Ardagh to Shanagolden has snow build up and some fallen trees. Regional road from Rathkeale to Askeaton has large build up of snow.

"There is a tree down outside Woodlands House Hotel. Report issues to LCCC - 061 417833. Don't take risks!" said a spokesperson.

Limerick remains under a Status Orange weather warning until 5pm with significant snowfall accumulations expected.

The impacts are very difficult travelling conditions; travel disruption delays to public transport likely (air, rail, bus); difficult conditions underfoot and animal welfare issues