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16th October 2017
07:22am BST
The track of the storm has shifted slightly west overnight but the impact is said to be the same.Advice from the National Emergency Coordination group and us to prepare for #Ophelia tomorrow @merrionstreet @emergencyIE pic.twitter.com/mjuiwlXNmq
— Met Éireann (@MetEireann) October 15, 2017
“Violent and destructive gusts are forecast with all areas at risk and in particular the southwest and south in the morning, and eastern counties in the afternoon," reads the latest update from Met Éireann. “Also heavy rain and storm surges along some coasts will result in flooding. “There is a potential risk to lives.”
The day ahead will be stormy with severe & damaging winds, along with hvy rain. Severe or violent gusts will occur widely. Highs 15/18C.
— Met Éireann (@MetEireann) October 16, 2017
In preparation for today’s events, Met Éireann has confirmed the times the public in different regions around the country should remain indoors for safety reasons. From 7am – Coastal areas of Cork and Kerry. From 9am – Remaining parts of Munster From 12pm – South Leinster and Galway From 1pm – Dublin and remaining Leinster From 3pm – North Connacht and UlsterStormy with spells of heavy rain and widespread gales. Winds mainly from the SE during the morning will give some severe & damaging gusts.
— Met Éireann (@MetEireann) October 16, 2017
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