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06 Sept 2025

Gardai in Donegal stress 'only travel if necessary until road conditions improve'

Snow from yesterday and sub-zero temperatures have meant the roads in Donegal are still 'a treacherous condition' with a host of schools closed

Gardai in Donegal stress 'only travel if necessary until road conditions improve'

The scene at Crolly this morning, as captured by Brid Sweeney

An Garda Siochana have reiterated their concerns over the dangerous driving conditions in the county and urged people to be aware of others who might require  assistance. 

Snow from yesterday and sub-zero temperatures have meant the roads in Donegal are still 'a treacherous condition' with a host of schools closed. 

"Many of the roads around Donegal remain in a treacherous condition," An Garda Siochana stressed. "Please only travel if necessary until road conditions improve. Stay safe and check in on elderly/vulnerable neighbours, family members and friends. Alert Gardaí if you feel that somebody is in need of our assistance.

Donegal, Leitrim, Mayo, Sligo have been issued with the Thursday morning weather warning by Met Eireann, whch is in place until 11am.

"Snow showers will lead to some accumulations," they said. "Possible impacts include difficult travelling conditions and ome travel and service disruption

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