Garda Warning As High Temperatures Lead To Melted Tarmac On Clare Roads

Gardaí are advising Clare road users to exercise caution amid reports of melted tarmac in parts of the country. Difficult driving conditions have been observed on this county's roads network due to the high temperatures this week. The record for the month of May in Ireland was broken at Shannon Airport once again yesterday, where the mercury hit 30.5 degrees Celsius. A Status Yellow high temperature warning remains in place for eight counties including Clare until 6pm this evening. Superintendent in the Clare/Tipperary Garda Division, Eddie Golden is advising motorists to reduce speed to maintain control on the roads. He says secondary routes could be particularly treacherous.