People in Kilkenny advised to travel only when absolutely necessary (File Photo)
The orange snow-ice weather warning in place for Kilkenny until 5pm today has been extended until 8pm.
Kilkenny Civil Defence have issued a statement advising local people to 'please only travel if absolutely necessary'.
Further falls of sleet and snow leading to significant accumulations can be expected in Kilkenny.
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Impacts include very difficult travelling conditions, poor visibility, travel disruption delays to public transport, difficult conditions underfoot and animal welfare issues.
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