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Storm Éowyn: National Efforts Continue to Restore Services

Help Support Cork Safety Alerts - Donate the price of a coffee here via Stripe: https://csalert.ie/donate The National Emergency Co-ordination Group (NECG) met again today (Saturday) to oversee the ongoing recovery efforts following Storm Éowyn, which has caused significant disruption across Ireland. The storm has left thousands without power, water,...

Gardaí in Cork Catch 54 Distracted Drivers Using Mobile Phone Detection Truck

Help Support Cork Safety Alerts - Donate the price of a coffee here via Stripe: https://csalert.ie/donate Gardaí from the Roads Policing Unit in Cork detected 54 distracted drivers with the unmarked Garda HGV. The lorry cab targets drivers using a mobile phone or other electronic devices, and was used this week...

Ireland Celebrates Successful First Year of Deposit Return Scheme

Help Support Cork Safety Alerts - Donate the price of a coffee here via Stripe: https://csalert.ie/donate The Deposit Return Scheme (DRS), launched in February 2024, has made a remarkable impact in its first year, with strong public participation and tangible environmental benefits. Minister for Climate, Environment and Energy, Darragh O’Brien...

Witness Appeal – Traffic Collision on the N25 – Eastbound

Help Support Cork Safety Alerts - Donate the price of a coffee here via Stripe: https://csalert.ie/donate Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to a road traffic collision on the N25 Eastbound near Cobh Cross, Co. Cork yesterday afternoon, Thursday 30th January 2025.   The collision involved two cars and occurred shortly...

Authorities Issue Water and Road Safety Warnings Ahead of St Brigid’s Bank Holiday Weekend

Help Support Cork Safety Alerts - Donate the price of a coffee here via Stripe: https://csalert.ie/donate With the St Brigid’s Bank Holiday weekend approaching and in the aftermath of Storm Éowyn, authorities have issued urgent safety warnings regarding water activities and road travel. The Irish Coast Guard, RNLI, Water Safety...

HSE Issues Public Alert Over High Nicotine Levels in Four E-Cigarette Products

Help Support Cork Safety Alerts - Donate the price of a coffee here via Stripe: https://csalert.ie/donate The HSE National Environmental Health Service has issued a public warning today (Thursday, 30 January) regarding excessive nicotine concentrations found in four e-cigarette products, which have triggered European product safety (RAPEX) alerts. Affected Products...

Speed Limits to Be Reduced Across Ireland in 2025 to Improve Road Safety

Help Support Cork Safety Alerts - Donate the price of a coffee here via Stripe: https://csalert.ie/donate On 7 February, speed limits on rural local roads reduce from 80km/h to 60 km/h This change will make Ireland’s roads safer for motorists, pedestrians, cyclists, and all road users. Reducing speed can significantly...

Uisce Éireann Advise of Planned Outage in Northside of Cork City

Help Support Cork Safety Alerts - Donate the price of a coffee here via Stripe: https://csalert.ie/donate Uisce Éireann is set to carry out vital maintenance works on Military Road, St. Lukes, Cork City, from 9pm on Thursday, 30 January, to 1am on Friday, 31 January. As part of Uisce Éireann’s...

Government Response Intensifies as Recovery Efforts Continue Following Storm Éowyn

Help Support Cork Safety Alerts - Donate the price of a coffee here via Stripe: https://csalert.ie/donate The whole-of-government response to Storm Éowyn continues as efforts remain focused on restoring essential services across affected regions. The National Emergency Co-ordination Group (NECG) met today to assess progress and prioritise remaining restoration works....

Centre Park Road and Monahan Road Reopen to Traffic

Help Support Cork Safety Alerts - Donate the price of a coffee here via Stripe: https://csalert.ie/donate Centre Park Road and Monahan Road have now been fully re-opened. Operational works are ongoing at Atlantic Pond wastewater pumping station. Uisce Éireann crews, supported by Cork City Council and specialist operators, have been...

Gardaí Use Unmarked HGV to Detect Drivers Using Phones in Cork City

Help Support Cork Safety Alerts - Donate the price of a coffee here via Stripe: https://csalert.ie/donate Gardaí in Cork City have been actively targeting distracted driving by utilising an unmarked Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) to monitor drivers. The operation, aimed at improving road safety, has already resulted in fines and...

ESB Networks Calls for Increased Awareness on Public Safety Following Storm Éowyn

Help Support Cork Safety Alerts - Donate the price of a coffee here via Stripe: https://csalert.ie/donate As the nation enters its fifth day of power restoration efforts following the devastating impact of Storm Éowyn, ESB Networks has issued a critical safety warning to the public regarding the dangers posed by...

Storm Éowyn: Extensive Power Outages Continue as Recovery Efforts Progress

Help Support Cork Safety Alerts - Donate the price of a coffee here via Stripe: https://csalert.ie/donate Restoration Progress and Public Safety Measures Following the unprecedented damage caused by Storm Éowyn, ESB Networks has restored electricity to 600,000 homes, farms, and businesses as of 11.30am today, Tuesday, 28 January. However, approximately...

Turn2Me Launches Online Support Group for Victims of Catfishing

Help Support Cork Safety Alerts - Donate the price of a coffee here via Stripe: https://csalert.ie/donate Charity lists 5 mental health impacts of catfishing First session to take place on Wednesday, 5th February at 7pm. National mental health charity Turn2Me is launching a free online support group for people who...

Tailte Éireann Partners with Cork-Based AFTA to Launch Cutting-Edge Surveying Aircraft

Help Support Cork Safety Alerts - Donate the price of a coffee here via Stripe: https://csalert.ie/donate Tailte Éireann has unveiled two new state-of-the-art surveying aircraft in a partnership with the Cork-based Atlantic Flight Training Academy (AFTA), a significant milestone in Ireland's national mapping capabilities. Equipped with the latest Leica TerrainMapper-2...