Caution essential on Mountain Road

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Tuesday, February 28th, 2017 6:28am

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Route re opens as icy weather eases

Police have re-opened the Mountain Road.

 

It had been closed due to thick ice and a fall of snow, since 10.15pm last night (27 Feb).

 

Rush-hour traffic was sent via other routes, after the road from Ramsey to Creg ny Baa was pronounced too hazardous for motorists.

 

A further review was due at midday but the road is now oepn.

 

Drivers should be aware of changeable weather conditions and drive accordingly.

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