As Storm Éowyn approaches, residents are urged to prioritize safety by sheltering in place and avoiding coastal areas. Key advice includes maintaining food and water supplies at home, keeping devices charged, securing outdoor items, and following guidance from authorities. Specific recommendations highlight the necessity of filling bathtubs with water for emergencies, charging phones for potential power outages, and ensuring outdoor belongings are tied down or brought indoors. Farmers are also advised to relocate vehicles to prevent wind damage, emphasizing community safety during extreme weather.
With Storm Éowyn set to be an extreme weather event, the key piece of advice is to shelter in place, stay away from coastal areas and follow the Coast Guard's guidelines: "Stay Back, Stay High, Stay Dry."
Met Éireann advises keeping a small amount of food, water and medical supplies in the house. In case water supply is affected, you can fill a bathtub with cold water.
The ESB has said to keep the torch in an easy to access place and have a supply of extra batteries on hand to make sure it lasts for the duration of the outage.
Teagasc has issued safety tips for farmers advising them to park vehicles or machinery in an alternative space to avoid potential damage from blown debris.
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