Many people took to social media to praise the work of local and national media, along with Met Eireann and AA Roadwatch workers yesterday for their coverage of ex Hurricane Ophelia.
@MetEireann a big THANK YOU to Evelyn, Joan, Gerry, Joanna and all at Met Eireann for your storm Ophelia service. You are treasured by all!
— Theresa Claire (@tcbookworm) October 17, 2017
You have all been amazing throughout the #ophelia situation. Reliable regular updates and reiterating some common sense in your broadcasts
— Lezley (@alwaysheyjude) October 17, 2017
It was a pretty hectic day for meteorologists in particular, with the country relying on them for safety updates.
A little girl in West Cork has penned a letter to RTE weather presenter Joanna Donnelly, highlighting her gratitude for her work yesterday - she also thanked her for the two days she got off school!
My work here is done. I'm off to @dunnesstores for the dinner. Stay safe on the roads. xxx #Aftermath pic.twitter.com/LaT6PG27Ig
— Joanna Donnelly (@JoannaDonnellyL) October 17, 2017
