Tens of thousands without power and schools close as cold snap persists – The Irish Times

Tens of thousands of homes are without power and many schools are set to close as Ireland faces icy weather conditions, with temperatures dropping as low as minus 8 degrees. Heavy snowfall in Munster and southern Leinster has led to transport disruptions and power outages, with ESB Networks warning of challenges in restoring power. Met Éireann forecasts bitterly cold weather until Friday, with frost, ice, and wintry showers expected, prompting the National Emergency Co-ordination Group to convene and health services to anticipate disruptions.

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