The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has issued a warning for motorists following the Met Eireanns’s forecast of hail storms throughout the week. Met Eireann forecasts hail showers during the rest of this week and into the weekend.
The road visibility will become poor and there is a high probability for accidents. The RSA has advised people to reduce their speed without breaking if possible. Motorists are also asked to warn others by using hazard lights.
People are also advised to drive slowly in a high gear to help tyres maintain grip and accelerate and brake very gently.
Drivers are also advised to make sure their tyres are fit for purpose and not below the legal minimum tread depth (1.6mm) and to ensure they are inflated correctly to cope with challenging driving conditions.
The roads will probably be icy and drivers need to go slow as much as possible on bends where loss of control is likely.