RCÉ ISSUES FURTHER WARM WEATHER UPDATE - THURSDAY 16TH JULY
GRI
Rásaíocht Con Éireann (RCÉ) has today issued a further update regarding racing and trial arrangements as the current period of exceptionally warm weather continues across parts of the country.
The welfare of racing greyhounds remains RCÉ’s highest priority, and all operational decisions continue to be taken following ongoing assessment of weather conditions, Met Éireann forecasts and in consultation with local racing officials.
Following a review of the latest weather information, including additional Yellow Status Weather Warnings, the following racing schedule amendments have been confirmed:
FRIDAY 17TH JULY
Please note the rescheduled start times where appropiate:
Clonmel Greyhound Stadium - First race 8.30pm.
Kilkenny Greyhound Stadium - First race 8.30pm
Newbridge Greyhound Stadium - First race 8.30pm.
Curaheen Park Greyhound Stadium - First race 8.01pm
Dundalk Greyhound Stadium - passed for racing
Galway Greyhound Stadium - passed for racing
Limerick Greyhound Stadium - First race 9.15am (please note earlier weigh in time of 8.15am-8.45am)
Mullingar Greyhound Stadium - passed for racing
Shelbourne Park Greyhound Stadium - passed for racing
Kingdom Greyhound Stadium - passed for racing
Kilcohan Park Greyhound Stadium - First Race 8.03pm (please note earlier weigh in time of 7.00pm-7.30pm).
Track activities and official trials will continue to operate in accordance with the latest weather guidance and any restrictions in place. Owners and trainers are advised to contact their local racing office regarding trial arrangements and any local operational updates.
In line with RCÉ’s Warm Weather Protocols, water baths will continue to be available at all racing venues. Owners and trainers are reminded to follow the guidance contained in “Caring for Greyhounds in Warm Weather” to ensure the continued welfare of their greyhounds, a copy of which can be found here.
Given the regional variation in weather conditions across the country, additional local amendments may be introduced where necessary. Any such changes will be subject to approval by the Director of Regulation.
RCÉ will continue to monitor weather forecasts closely and will issue further updates should conditions require.
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Met Éireann - The Irish Meteorological Service