How to prepare your car for driving after a weather warning

A large tree and portion of an old wall knocked by Storm Éowyn making the Lee Road in Cork impassable. Picture: Chani Anderson
As Ireland still deals with the clean up in the aftermath of Storm Éowyn, drivers are being urged to take precautions to ensure their vehicles are road-ready after the status red storm.
Here are essential tips for preparing your car and staying safe after the storm passes.
Check out the Irish Examiner's WEATHER CENTRE for regularly updated short and long range forecasts wherever you are.