Thousands without power after Storm Gareth brings night of strong winds
A status orange wind warning is currently in place for Donegal, Galway, Leitrim, Mayo and Sligo.
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A status orange wind warning is currently in place for Donegal, Galway, Leitrim, Mayo and Sligo.
The wind warning for Donegal, Galway and Mayo came into effect this morning at 8am.
Up to 50mm of rain is expected to fall in certain counties in Leinster and Munster.
It’s the worst storm to strike Germany since 2007, according to the country’s weather service.
A Status Yellow rainfall warning has been issued for 10 counties from tomorrow morning.
Most people are obeying the Coast Guard’s warnings to stay away from the coast.
It came into effect at 1am and will stay in place until 4pm this afternoon.
Yesterday, calls were received as photographers attempted to take pictures of the waves.
Delays are 10 – 15 minutes at present, but not worsening.
The warnings will be in effect from 6am to 6pm.
The Royal Caribbean cruise liner was hit by 30 foot waves and 150mph winds.
Areas along the River Shannon are on flood watch.
A weather warning is due to be lifted this morning.
Road users are being urged to take extra precautions.
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Winds in the north west are still gusting up to 130km per hour.
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Met Eireann warns of strong to gale force westerly winds with some severe gusts.
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Met Éireann has issued another weather warning for today with rain and high winds expected to hit parts of the country today.
Gale force southerly winds will hit some areas later this evening, Met Éireann has said.
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Snow may fall on the Donegal hills later today – so wrap up warm.
The public is advised to stay away from the shoreline and to avoid venturing out unnecessarily when gale force conditions are forecast.
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