⚠️ Freezing Road Surfaces — -1°C Reported

Cork Safety Alerts

01 Jan 2026 — 1 min read

Road surface temperatures as low as -1°C have been recorded by 5 TII road weather stations in the Cork area.

Ice may be present on roads, especially on untreated surfaces, bridges, and elevated sections. Please take extra care when driving.

Driving tips for icy conditions:

• Reduce your speed and leave extra braking distance
- Avoid sudden braking, acceleration, or steering
- Watch for shaded areas where ice lingers longer
- Bridges and overpasses freeze before regular roads
- If you skid, steer gently into the skid — don't brake hard

Data from Transport Infrastructure Ireland road weather stations. Recorded at 22:31 on 1 January 2026.

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