All schools in Ireland are to remain closed tomorrow Tuesday October 17th due to the severe weather of ex-Hurricane Ophelia.
The Department of Education has issued a notice following a meeting to say that all schools which were closed today will remain closed tomorrow.
Minister for Education Richard Burton said the decision was made following careful consideration by the National Emergency Coordination Group.
Minister Bruton said: “It is recognised that the decision to close schools will have a major impact on families and on the workforce. However, this decision has been taken in the interests of safety for children and to provide clarity for everyone concerned.
“While it is recognised that some schools may not be as badly impacted as others, the information available at this time indicates that over 350,000 businesses & homes already without power, severe winds continue to cause damage across the country as the storm progresses.
“It is also the case that school authorities will in very many cases not have had an opportunity to check their buildings and confirm they are safe, have power and water, and that routes to the school are safely open.”
It is not yet known if colleges and third level institutions will be closed tomorrow. More on this as we get it.
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