Irish shoppers panic-buy as severe winter warnings predict snow, ice, and -7°C temperatures.

Irish supermarkets are seeing panic buying as snow and ice warnings are issued by Met Éireann for the weekend. The warnings predict hazardous travel conditions, poor visibility, and localized flooding due to significant snowfall and cold temperatures, with lows of -7 degrees expected early next week. Social media shows empty shelves and some criticize the panic buying, comparing it to past weather events and lockdowns. Met Éireann has issued Status Orange and Yellow warnings for various counties.

January 03, 2025
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