National: Severe Cold/ Snow Discussion (Thanks to all!)

finnfinn

No need for a snow shovel. Technique using any shovel is required.
Do not walk on snow. Clear a patch,
brush with strong yard brush - knocking snow of bristles regularly,
if necessary use a spade or shovel edge to shift compacted snow,
work outwards from cleared area
If you are strong and skilled enough throw the shovelfuls of snow as far to the side as possible.

Loscherland

amid all this chaos, while some people struggle to make it into work, we'll still have no problem making it to the pub... even if we have to build our own!... Snow Pub...

smokin ace

Supercell wrote: »

6z shows a chance of some east coast fun later tonight then cold and settled with high chance of record lows over snowfields

have you got a link

TheMilkyPirate

Sat24 showing the possibility of a few streamers setting up on the east coast.

wicklowdub

finnfinn is spot on, back breaking work all the same.

RosieP

Quote:
Originally Posted by coolaboola
Howdy folks,

Anyone know where in Dublin City Centre/Dublin 6/Dublin 12 (Kimmage) I could buy a snow shovel?

Any idea how much one would cost?

c



The hardware in Superquinn shopping centre in Kimmage (Sundrive) might be worth a try.

Supercell

Gonna be a white Christmas it seems, 6z shows a high centred over the country so very very very cold and dry.

Killmurf

Loscherland wrote: »

amid all this chaos, while some people struggle to make it into work, we'll still have no problem making it to the pub... even if we have to build our own!... Snow Pub...

Snow pub - nice

Blue skies and powdery snow where I am (Kildare).

percy100

Loscherland wrote: »

amid all this chaos, while some people struggle to make it into work, we'll still have no problem making it to the pub... even if we have to build our own!... Snow Pub...

My cousin built one of those as well.;)

smokin ace

Supercell wrote: »

Gonna be a white Christmas it seems, 6z shows a high centred over the country so very very very cold and dry.

have you a link please

ongarboy

Bigcheeze wrote: »

I think you'll be fine. Chances are that Dublin will not close again between now and Xmas based on latest forecasts. Having a direct flight hugely helps your odds of getting back.

My sister was on that flight from Abu Dhabi (Etihad) and it arrived in at 7:45 this morning (one of the first to arrive since the airport reopened). My mother is over the moon as she had been worried all day yesterday that sis would be trapped in transit somewhere and not make it home. Happy days and happy holidays everyone:D:D:D

Devilman40k

RosieP wrote: »

Quote:
Originally Posted by coolaboola
Howdy folks,

Anyone know where in Dublin City Centre/Dublin 6/Dublin 12 (Kimmage) I could buy a snow shovel?

Any idea how much one would cost?

c



The hardware in Superquinn shopping centre in Kimmage (Sundrive) might be worth a try.

Both H/W shops at sundrive superquinn sell them ranging frm €10 to €25/30

moggie4000

Hi all,

Can anyone tell me what the driving conditions are like driving from Dublin to Tullamore & Clara please?

Have a delivery there today, just wondering what it's like?

moggie

ytareh

whiskeyman wrote: »

In D3 and need to get to Celbridge later. Checked AA and roads seem quiet enough. Would I be stupid to attempted to drive out there?

Journey from Leixlip to Celbridge fine if thats any help.

vangoz

Luas Red line - Tallaght to Connelly was in a crash at 9:45 this morning just before the Smithfield stop.
Basically a car seemed to pull too far out on the track and the Luas had no time to stop and went through it for a shortcut. The car was pretty badly damaged but the driver and passengers (Luas included) were ok.

The line obviously stopped running, but I'm unsure of its status now.

Fyr.Fytr

According to AA roadwatch on Twitter its back running a full service (Tweeted at 10:34)

Its weather like this where twitter comes into its own, between AA, Dublin City FM Live Drive, RTÉ and Dublin Airport all giving regular updates

g0g

Hey did anyone come across my snowmen yet in the Phoenix Park yet! Couldn't resist last night so put two of them on the left as you come up the hill from the main gate in that field where the Obelisk thingy is! It was tough work so I hope it makes someone smile!

Tom Cruises Left Nut

Beginnings of a streamer in the irish sea by the look of it

srocliffe

There seems to be a tiny blob heading for North County Dublin on raintoday, maybe a sign of more to come?

Loomis

Here's a nice comparison to show the difference in what we got in Celbridge a few weeks ago and what fell yesterday:




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gucciali

vangoz wrote: »

Luas Red line - Tallaght to Connelly was in a crash at 9:45 this morning just before the Smithfield stop.
Basically a car seemed to pull too far out on the track and the Luas had no time to stop and went through it for a shortcut. The car was pretty badly damaged but the driver and passengers (Luas included) were ok.

The line obviously stopped running, but I'm unsure of its status now.

Hi Thanks for this info . was gonna head out to get the luas soon . Might leave it till about two , do you think it will be running by then ?:)

Tom Cruises Left Nut

Travel Update
Tuesday 22nd December - 10.30hrs.



The Luas Red Line is operating a full service between Tallaght and The Point Stops,
Full line has re opened with minor delays.

brianthomas

Noopti wrote: »

Just cleared the drive and path outside the house....I'm bloody wrecked now!

i hear ya.. 2 hours i was doin it. coffee now and warmin up nice.:cool:

sunbabe08

it's freezing down here in cork. -4

Tom Cruises Left Nut

Summer like here

Temperature
-7.7°C
Humidity
91%
Dewpoint
-8.9°C

gucciali

I'm supposed to be going to see a play in the Olympia in Dublin City at six, with the kids , was gonna get the Luas (from Tallaght ) , would I be crazy to head in with 3 young kids

munsterlegend

sunbabe08 wrote: »

it's freezing down here in cork. -4

thick fog here near mallow. not sure of temp as didn't check car but well below freezing.

Tom Cruises Left Nut

gucciali wrote: »

I'm supposed to be going to see a play in the Olympia in Dublin City at six, with the kids , was gonna get the Luas (from Tallaght ) , would I be crazy to head in with 3 young kids

Public transport all seems fine.

The kids will love it in the snow !!!

brianthomas

Mr. Anderson wrote: »

Here's a nice comparison to show the difference in what we got in Celbridge a few weeks ago and what fell yesterday: u shud face the kennel towards that fence or the house and leave just enough room for the bowler to get in. that how i have it and it means it's alot more protection from the elements.




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u shud face the kennel towards that fence or the house and leave just enough room for the bowler to get in. that how i have it and it means it's alot more protection from the elements.

gucciali

t|nt|n wrote: »

Public transport all seems fine.

The kids will love it in the snow !!!

Thanks yes they looking forward to it , just wasn't sure wether it be mayhem tryna get home but should be handy enough on the Luas