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# storm helene

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National wind warning issued and 'intense bursts of rain' expected

Rain warnings are in place for some counties amid flooding risk.

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Sep 17th 2018, 9:50 PM

Storm Helene to bring 'short interval intense rain' as it hits Ireland

Severe downpours are forecast on Monday and that night is set to be “very disturbed with widespread heavy rain and gales”.

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Sep 15th 2018, 5:00 PM