LAST UPDATE | 3 Oct

TWELVE FLIGHTS AT Dublin Airport have been cancelled today as the country braces for the arrival of Storm Amy.

The storm is bringing heavy rain and strong gusts, with Status Orange wind warnings issued for six western counties. 

The airport said in a social media post that the storm was already disrupting flights around Ireland and the UK today.

“Wind speeds are due to increase in the Dublin area this afternoon, which may impact on flight schedules,” Dublin Airport said. 

As of 10.30am, airlines had cancelled 12 flights (6 inbound and 6 outbound).

The airport authorities said further cancellations and delays were possible as the day goes on.

“As always, passengers due to fly later today should keep in touch with their airline for latest updates on the status of their flight.”

Two flights have been cancelled so far at Cork Airport today, and at Mayo’s Ireland West Airport, one London-bound flight was cancelled this morning.

Up in Donegal, the airport is closing early over the poor weather today.

⚠️ Important Notice

Donegal Airport wishes to advise that, in the interest of staff safety, the airport will be closed from 2:00 pm today, Friday 3rd October.#StormAmy pic.twitter.com/QToKBJxjHD

— Donegal Airport (@Donegal_Airport) October 3, 2025

Elective surgeries at Sligo University Hospital have also been cancelled after torrential rain from the storm damaged ongoing roof works at the site’s orthopaedic theatre.

Hospital staff have contacted affected patients as urgent repair efforts continue.

In Northern Ireland, a large number of schools have been advised to close early ahead of the worst of the storm.

The Education Authority (EA) said a decision to shut schools from noon had been taken in the interest of the safety of children, young people and staff.

An EA statement said: “The amber warning covers the western half of Northern Ireland – counties Antrim, Derry, Tyrone and Fermanagh.

In Scotland, Ulster’s United Rugby Championship (URC) match against Edinburgh has been postponed.

Tonight's Ulster match has been postponed.

Forecast storm force winds it is no longer safe to play the match at Hive Stadium, Scottish Gas Murrayfield or any other suitable venue throughout Scotland.

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— Edinburgh Rugby (@EdinburghRugby) October 3, 2025

Edinburgh Rugby said on X that the forecast storm-force winds “mean it is no longer safe to play the match” in any Scottish stadium. 

The club advised people to hold onto their tickets, which will be valid at the rescheduled fixture. 

Tonight’s League of Ireland fixtures have also been called off.

Both premier division matches, as well as the two scheduled first division games have all been postponed until Sunday.

In Dublin, homeless support group Simon Community has postponed its 42nd Annual Home Run , which was due to take place tomorrow, due to safety concerns over Storm Amy.

The charity says it is working to reschedule the event and has urged the public to spare a thought for people sleeping rough in the harsh conditions.