Though Ireland experienced a notable amount of snowfall from January 25 and 26 of 1917, an even more severe blizzard was to arrive later, on April 1, amid strong winds and heavy snowfall.




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The council said its Meteorologist Joan Blackburn said Storm Ellen would be a “quick event” and that she did not expect the current wind warnings to be extended beyond 8am on Thursday.

Many places were cut off for days as a result of the blizzard, with snow lying at an estimated depth of 1.3 metres with drifts of 3.0 metres. Highest temperatures of between 17 and 20 degrees, with showers continuing through the night, most frequent in Atlantic coastal counties with clear spells elsewhere. They might not be familiar with the area and need to stay back from the coast so that they can remain safe,” he said.Mr O’Brien and his officials had also been in contact with local authorities to ensure that every support is made available to rough sleepers and others experiencing homelessness.Gerard O’Flynn, head of operations with the Coast Guard, appealed to the public not to take part in any form of coastal activity and “to be mindful of the risk posed by the extreme tide ranges”.Mr O’Flynn also said the public should “avoid the temptation to try and get a fancy photograph or a selfie”.Mr O’Flynn added that this evening will not “be a time to be out and about”.“You have the worst combination in terms of weather – you have southerly or southeasterly winds, low pressure and then a forecast of heavy rain,” he said.


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However, due to the onset of spring, and a higher sun position, it was forecast that the effect would be less severe than on the previous occasion, as the ground was warmer than before so the snow would melt more quickly. Records at the Phoenix Parkdetail heavy falls of snow during the winter and many people died.



“ESB Networks are preparing for significant power outages with staff on standby to repair faults in all areas.”“Many people are away on holidays in coastal counties at this time.

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