Storm Eowyn is set to hit Ireland with severe winds and heavy rain, prompting a nationwide red warning. Stay safe and keep updated on the storm’s path.
Cork: Storm Eowyn is making headlines as it approaches Ireland. Met Eireann has issued a Status Red warning for the entire country. This storm is expected to be one of the most intense we’ve seen in a while.
The storm is brewing in the Atlantic and is set to hit on Thursday night. Winds could reach over 130 km/h, causing chaos on Friday. Expect heavy rain, strong winds, and even snow in some areas.
Weather expert Mark Bowe mentioned that a nationwide Status Red alert is quite rare. The National Emergency Co-ordination Group is advising everyone to stay home. Schools are closing, and workers should avoid commuting until the storm passes.
Met Eireann has made it clear: these winds can be life-threatening. They recommend sheltering in place and limiting travel to essential trips only. Dangerous conditions are expected, with fallen trees and power outages likely.
As the storm approaches, the red alerts will kick in at staggered times starting at 2 am on Friday. Keep an eye on the Storm Eowyn tracker for the latest updates.
Windy’s live storm tracker is a handy tool to see how bad it’ll get in your area. You can also check when the rain and snow will arrive.
Weather models suggest Storm Eowyn will start affecting us on Thursday night. From 9 pm Thursday to 3 am Friday, a Status Yellow rain warning is in place for Cork, Kerry, and Waterford due to heavy rain and possible flooding.
Then, from 2 am to 10 am Friday, a Status Red wind warning will be in effect for several counties, including Carlow, Kilkenny, and Wexford. The winds will be fierce, with gusts over 130 km/h.
Impacts could include danger to life, hazardous travel conditions, and widespread power outages. Expect fallen trees and disruptions to transport services.
From 3 am to noon Friday, Clare and Galway will also face severe winds. The same goes for Leitrim, Mayo, and Sligo, which will be under a Status Red wind warning.
The alert will cover many areas, including Dublin and Donegal, with warnings about the potential for structural damage and coastal flooding.
Stay safe and keep updated on the storm’s progress. You can get WhatsApp updates on Storm Eowyn directly from Dublin Live. If you want to stay informed, check out our homepage for the latest news.
