Galway Bay FM News Archives
SEVERE WEATHER WARNING FOR THE WEST AS HEAVY RAINS FORECAST
Date Published: 06-Jun-2012
The Road Safety Authority and Irish coastguard have issued weather warnings for the Connacht area in particular.
Heavy rain is expected across the country tomorrow and Friday with Connacht and Munster the worst affected where 40 to 60mm of rain are forecast.
Accumulations may lead to excess surface water on roads and some flooding in places.
Noel Brett, CEO, Road Safety Authority is warning that after the recent dry weather, the roads will be particularly hazardous.
The advice for motorists is to slow down and increase braking distance to 4 seconds to allow for poor surface conditions.
Declan Geoghegan, Manager of the Irish Coast Guard says with the heaviest falls of rain forecast for the west and south and west some local flooding is likely.
He warns do not attempt to cross a fast running river or floodwater fords as they may be stronger and deeper than you think.
Flooded urban areas may contain hazards such as submerged open manholes and downed power lines.
He advises monitoring of weather broadcasts when travelling while specific advice from the Coast Guard today is stay away from the shoreline and do not engage in water sports.
Date Published: 07-May-2013
Galway has a population of young people which is more than twice the national average.
According to information gathered by the Central Statistics Office, Galway’s population of 20 to 24 year olds is more than twice the national average.
The number of 25-34 year olds in Galway is also more than the norm nationally, with the two main colleges thought to be the main reason.
However immigration in Galway is much higher than in other areas at 19.4 percent, compared to the national average of 12 percent.
Date Published: 07-May-2013
A city councillor is encouraging people to donate goods directly to charity shops.
It follows allegations of thefts from clothes banks in Galway and across the country in recent months.
However, cameras are in place at some clothes banks and surveillance is carried out by local authorities.
Speaking on Galway Talks, Councillor Neil McNeilis said the problem of theft from clothes banks is widespread.
Date Published: 07-May-2013
A park ‘n’ ride scheme from Carnmore into Galway city could become a permanent service if there is public demand.
That’s according to the Chief Executive of Galway Chamber of Commerce, Michael Coyle.
The pilot scheme will begin at 7.20 next Monday morning, May 13th.
Motorists will be able to park cars at the airport carpark in Carnmore and avail of a bus transfer to Forster Street in the city.
Buses will depart every 20 minutes at peak times and every 30 minutes at offpeak times throughout the day, at a cost of 2 euro per journey.
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