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Thursday 30 March 2023 Dublin: 8°C

# orange alert

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# Flooding
Flooded roads in Sligo town 'impassable' and Orange wind alert issued for Mayo
The promenade in Strandhill, Co Sligo is also closed due to waves and stones being hurled across the wall.
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Mar 12th 2020, 8:19 AM
# yellow alert
As the worst of the storm passes, a nationwide snow/ice warning has been issued by Met Éireann
The Status Orange warning is in place until noon today.
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Feb 9th 2020, 4:30 PM
# orange alert
Cork fire crews deployed to 'potentially serious incident' that turned out to be smoke canister
The incident happened last night in the Tivoli Docks area.
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May 4th 2019, 4:11 PM
# Flooding
Drivers urged to take caution after thunder warning is issued for 23 counties
Some spot flooding may occur.
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Jun 8th 2018, 5:40 PM
# orange alert
'Slow down': Driver warning after temperatures plunge to minus 5 overnight
A ‘status orange’ weather warning remains in place for much of the country.
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Jan 8th 2018, 7:44 AM
# Weather Warning
Flooding, fallen trees and power outages as Storm Eleanor passes through the country
Much of the flooding reported earlier this evening has now receded.
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Jan 2nd 2018, 10:53 PM
# Weather Warning
'Orange alert' warning: Significant falls of snow due in 17 counties this weekend
A low temperature warning has also been issued for tonight.
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Dec 8th 2017, 3:35 PM
# orange alert
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Everything you need to know about this week’s parliamentary election.
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Mar 11th 2017, 9:00 PM
# orange alert
Storm Ewan causes flight delays at Dublin Airport
Weather warnings are in place in 18 counties until 3pm today.
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Feb 26th 2017, 2:30 PM
# orange alert
Cork on alert once again as rain and high tides cause flooding
Motorists have been advised to change their travel plans and exercise extreme caution in coastal areas.
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Apr 10th 2016, 4:50 PM
# orange alert
Met Éireann has issued two weather warnings - we're in for a wet weekend
Heavy rain will spread across the country from early tomorrow morning.
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Apr 9th 2016, 11:57 AM
# abigail force
Wind warnings extended to entire country as Storm Abigail sweeps in
Some “damaging gusts” should be expected.
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Nov 11th 2015, 2:30 PM
# take it easy
Be careful on the roads over the weekend, it's going to be windy
Be safe out there.
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Mar 6th 2015, 6:55 AM
# orange alert
A MINUS SIX weather warning... And no sign of an end to the freezing stupid weather
Remember last week, when we were all running out of work to gawp at the snow? What idiots we were.
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Feb 4th 2015, 3:26 PM
# orange alert
Trees blown down, thousands without power after 100km winds overnight
The worst of it seems to be over — but two weather warnings remain in effect until 9am.
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Jan 12th 2015, 7:23 AM
# orange alert
Incoming: Another 'high winds' weather warning just kicked-in
It’s going to be a blustery 24 hours. Let’s be careful out there…
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Jan 11th 2015, 8:55 AM
# orange alert
Some flights diverted at Dublin airport over severe winds
A wind warning came into effect at 6pm this evening.
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Jan 8th 2015, 9:36 PM
# the fog
Turn on those lights: Status Orange weather warning in place
An Garda Siochána are warning about dangerous driving conditions across the country.
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Nov 27th 2014, 7:29 AM
# Uh oh
Iceland volcano hit by most powerful earthquake since tremors began
There is currently an orange alert in place indicating an increased potential of an eruption.
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Aug 26th 2014, 2:15 PM
# orange alert
Put the barbecue away... It's going to rain heavily tomorrow. ALL DAY
Met Éireann has issued a ‘status orange’ rainfall warning for Leinster, Tipperary and Waterford.
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Aug 1st 2014, 10:47 PM
# orange alert
Thunderstorm warning in place for most of the country
Drivers are being urged to take care as spot flooding is expected.
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Jun 10th 2014, 7:20 AM
Good Morning
The 9 at 9 Good morning. Here are the nine stories you need to know this morning as we nudge closer to the weekend.
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Feb 14th 2014, 8:47 AM
# storm watch
Orange Alert: More "violent gusts" at coasts as new storm bears down on the West
The new system is set to hit tomorrow morning.
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Feb 11th 2014, 8:07 AM
Good Morning
The 9 at 9 Good morning! Here are the nine stories you need to know as you start your Sunday…
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Feb 9th 2014, 8:53 AM
# batten down the hatches
Photos: Rescue efforts under way after severe flood emergency
You might want to stay indoors today, particularly if you live in the west.
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Feb 1st 2014, 3:04 PM
# hold onto your hats
Batten down the hatches: Storm-force winds batter the country
It’s pretty windy out there this morning.
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Feb 1st 2014, 12:10 PM
Good Morning
The 9 at 9 January is (finally!) over. Here are the nine things you need to know as your weekend – and February – begins.
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Feb 1st 2014, 8:58 AM
# no escape
Get ready, Ireland... Tonight's storm warning's been extended to cover the whole country
Met Éireann’s warning of winds of up to 130km. Higher than normal tides mean there’s a strong threat of flooding.
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Jan 31st 2014, 12:48 PM
# hold onto your hats
Falling debris, veering vehicles and aquaplaning all hazards as storm approaches
Winds gusting 100 to 130 km/h are expect to hit Atlantic counties later tonight.
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Jan 31st 2014, 7:45 AM
# orange alert
'Stay away from the coast': Warnings issued as storm expected to hit hardest today
Winds of up to 130km/h are set to combine with high seas, leading to an increased risk of flooding, especially along coasts.
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Jan 26th 2014, 7:30 AM
# News Fix
Here’s What Happened Today: Saturday
Everyone’s been talking about the fire in Clondalkin, the ‘RA’ conference, and Met Éireann’s storm warning…
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Jan 25th 2014, 9:14 PM
# storm watch
Orange alert: Coastal flood warning as 130km winds set to sweep country
The strong winds, combined with high seas and waves, are expected to cause problems in coastal areas — particularly tomorrow afternoon.
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Jan 25th 2014, 9:13 PM
# storm watch
Pictures: More flooding in Galway, Cork & Waterford as stormy weather continues
Several routes were closed this morning as spring tides combined with widespread gales to cause problems for motorists.
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Jan 6th 2014, 1:33 PM
# orange alert
Stormwatch: Travel disruption as ferry services cancelled but flights coping well
A number of Irish Sea crossings have been hit by the storm conditions.
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Jan 3rd 2014, 9:43 AM
# orange alert
Stormwatch: Over 7,000 homes without power, floods and high tides
Met Éireann releases new alert for this afternoon as wild weather set to continue.
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Jan 3rd 2014, 7:56 AM
# Storms-a-brewin
UPDATE: Met Éireann issues red alert
Motorists are being urged to be aware of ice on roads as windy weather is set to continue.
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Dec 26th 2013, 10:53 AM
# Ah here
Enjoy it while it lasts.. A fresh ‘orange alert’ storm warning’s just been issued
Just when you thought it was safe to go outside…
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Dec 25th 2013, 2:20 PM
# orange alert
Travel warnings issued, ferries cancelled as ‘vigorous’ storm set to pass overnight
Gusts of up to 130km are forecast, as the severe weather system passes to the northwest of the country.
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Dec 23rd 2013, 10:46 PM
# Stormwatch
Wild weather knocks out power, leads to ferries being cancelled
Crews have now restored the power that was disturbed by lightning strikes this morning.
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Dec 21st 2013, 7:05 PM
# orange alert
Take a coat: Hail and thunderstorms to hit the country today
After heavy winds yesterday, thunderstorms and hail are expected today.
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Dec 21st 2013, 10:43 AM
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