Candles are Deadly🕯️ As part of the 12 Days of Christmas Fire Safety campaign, Meath Fire and Rescue's Barry Balfe talks us through a daily fire safety tip for around the home. Barry and his colleagues across the county aim to raise awareness among County Meath residents about common fire hazards and safety risks during the festive season. On the second day of Christmas, Meath Fire and Rescue advise you at home to NEVER place candles near your Christmas tree, decorations, cards and furnishings. Christmas sees an increase in the number of people lighting candles in the home but also an increase in callouts for house fires. 🔥🚒 #MeathFireandRescue #FireSafety #ChristmasSafety

⚠️ High Tide Advisory – East Meath Coast (Laytown–Bettystown–Mornington) Storm Bram will bring very strong winds, surge and high waves, meaning conditions along the East Meath coastline will be dangerous around today’s afternoon high tide (approximately 2pm to 3pm). Please stay away from the coast, beaches, piers and coastal car parks during this period, as strong onshore winds, elevated water levels (storm surge) and large waves may cause overtopping and coastal flooding. Safety first: Follow the Irish Coast Guard advice—“Stay Back, Stay High, Stay Dry.” Do not take risks or drive through flood water. Keep updated: Met Éireann warnings & marine updates: met.ie/warnings-today.html Get local alerts: Sign up for Meath Alerts (MapAlerter) for free SMS/email/app notifications on severe weather, roads and more: alerts.meath.ie/ We’ll continue to share updates here. Please check on neighbours, avoid coastal areas during the above window, and stay safe. #StormBram #Meath #StayBackStayHighStayDry

‼️Update - Marine Warnings 🔴Status Red - Storm Warning from Carnsore Point to Roche's Point to Loop Head 🔴Status Red - Storm warning from Loop Head to Erris Head to Malin Head 🟠Status Orange - Storm warning for all coasts of Ireland and on the Irish Sea See timings here⬇️

Storm Bram is a multi-hazard event - Orange wind warnings indicate wind speeds capable of producing dangerous, stormy conditions, which may constitute a risk to life and property. Potential impacts include possible: Structural damage, Fallen trees Flying debris #StormBram

Status Orange Wind Warning issued for Meath Valid: Today 9 December from 11:00 until 19:00 ⚠️Impacts include: • Flooding of low-lying coastal areas, especially during high tide • Wave overtopping • Difficult travel conditions • Debris, loose objects displaced •

12 Days of Christmas Fire Safety Campaign Meath County Council Fire & Rescue Service (MCCFRS) launched its annual 12 Days of Christmas Fire Safety Campaign today at Buvinda House. This initiative aims to raise awareness among County Meath residents about common fire hazards and safety risks during the festive season. As part of the campaign, we have a short video each evening with a safety tip for around the home this Christmas. Brochures will also be available in all Meath libraries over the festive period. In addition, each fire station will host at least one promotional event (approximately two hours) within their local area during the Christmas period. Keep an eye out for our stands at your local shopping centre, library, or other community hub.

Test Your Smoke Alarm🚒 As part of the 12 Days of Christmas Fire Safety campaign, Meath Fire and Rescue's Barry Balfe talks us through a daily fire safety tip for around the home. Barry and his colleagues across the county aim to raise awareness among County Meath residents about common fire hazards and safety risks during the festive season. On the first day of Christmas, Meath Fire and Rescue advise you at home to test your smoke alarm. Make sure your home has at least two working smoke alarms.👍 #MeathFireandRescue #FireSafety #ChristmasSafety

@MCCFireService Ashbourne crew attending a tree down on the L3080 Kilbride/ Hollystown road. The road is currently blocked @meathcoco

Congratulations to all @MCCFireService personnel who received their Long Service Awards in Trim this afternoon. @meathcoco

Public Safety Messaging There is a potential for tidal flooding in coastal areas, especially in Eastern counties. In addition to this, heavy persistent showers are expected, which in turn may lead to surface flooding in urban locations. High seas; the public are advised to stay away from coastal areas during this period. The Irish Coast Guard are appealing to people to “Stay Back, Stay High, Stay Dry”. Stay away from swollen rivers, streams and flooded riverbanks – banks can collapse without warning. Avoid open riverbanks and canal paths in flood conditions – water levels and currents may be far stronger than usual. Slow down, increase stopping distances and watch for surface water and debris on roads If the road ahead is flooded, do not enter – turn around and find another route. Follow advice from emergency services and your local authority: • Avoid contact with floodwater where possible; it may be contaminated with sewage, chemicals or sharp debris • Farmers in affected areas are advised to move vehicles, machinery and livestock to higher ground before flooding arrives, where possible. • People are advised to prepare for this period of severe weather, including ensuring their mobile phone is fully charged to enable communication. Monitor Met Éireann forecasts and/or visit met.ie/ for the most up to date information. Information is available across social media platforms and other news media sources. ESB Networks is highlighting the dangers posed by fallen live wires and is advising the public and the emergency services to stay away from these fallen cables and to report such cases to it immediately. ESB Emergency Services can be contacted at 1800 372 999. The public can monitor PowerCheck.ie. In regards to power restoration times.

@MCCFireService Navan brigade assisting our colleagues in the @AmbulanceNAS & @IrishAirCorps with a medical evacuation this afternoon.

A great initiative 👏

@MCCFireService completed its first TY Cadet Programme with 11 participants The 4 day programme- Enabled young people to work alongside positive role models Taught life-saving skills Raise dself-esteem & confidence Enhanced future recruitment Well done to all @meathcoco

@MCCFireService commenced its first TY Cadet Programme with 11 participants. The 4 day programme will ✅ Enable young people to work alongside positive role models ✅ Raise self-esteem & confidence ✅ Teach life-saving skills ✅ Enhance future recruitment @meathcoco

Hands-On Experience for Fire and Rescue Cadets Meath County Council Fire and Rescue Service commenced their first TY Cadet Programme yesterday, with 11 participants from local TY classes attending. The four day programme was developed to immerse participants in all aspects of fire service activities that are practical, enjoyable, and educational. The programme is an opportunity for participants to develop life skills in an engaging environment. This programme will ✅ Enable young people to work alongside positive role models. ✅ Raise self-esteem and confidence of attendees. ✅ Improve learning and academic skills. ✅ Enhance future recruitment. ✅ Increase feelings of social responsibility and citizenship. All participants on completion of the course will receive certification in CPR, Manual Handling and Fire Safety.

@MCCFireService Kells brigade promoting fire safety in the home as part of fire safety week. @FireSafetyIre @meathcoco