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Heavy Rain Alerts: Ireland Faces Weekend Flooding Risk
13 Dec
Summary
- Orange rain warnings issued for Cork and Kerry from Sunday morning.
- Potential for river, surface water flooding, and poor visibility.
- Yellow warnings cover much of the west coast and Northern Ireland.
Met Eireann has issued significant weather warnings for heavy rain across Ireland throughout the weekend. An orange rain warning is active for Cork and Kerry from Sunday morning until the afternoon, signaling a high risk of potential flooding, particularly in elevated areas. This could also lead to hazardous driving conditions due to poor visibility.
Extensive yellow rain warnings are in effect for numerous counties along the west coast, including Clare, Donegal, and Connacht, as well as parts of the southeast like Tipperary and Waterford. Northern Ireland is also anticipating considerable rainfall under a yellow alert. These widespread warnings underscore the significant weather challenges expected.
The Road Safety Authority advises all drivers to remain vigilant. They recommend checking local traffic and weather updates meticulously before commencing any journeys to ensure safety during this period of potentially severe weather and flooding.
