Urgent ‘stay home’ alert amid ‘very dangerous’ Storm Darragh red warnings as attractions shut & Xmas party notice issued [Video]

AN urgent “do not travel” warning has been issued to the public as “extremely dangerous” red alerts kick in across the country.

Christmas markets, festive events and top attractions have been forced to close as the country braces for Storm Darragh.

National Director of the National Directorate for Fire and Emergency Management, Keith Leonard, said: “The advice to the public is not to travel at all in areas where a red warning is in place.

“I’m conscious that we are in Christmas party season, so it is particularly important that anyone planning a night out is aware of the forecasted conditions in their area.

“Please check public transport services in areas where a red or orange level warning is in place noting that public transport …