Yes, that’s right. A STORM in the middle of June.
Just when we were all getting accustomed to the fabulous weather, it turns cloudy, overcast and a storm warning is announced.
The storm expected to hit tonight has been named as Storm Hector with Met Éireann sharing the latest update via their social media accounts.
Two weather warnings are in place ahead of the storm – a Status Orange wind warning for Donegal, Galway, Mayo and Sligo and a Status Yellow wind warning for Cavan, Monaghan, Leitrim, Roscommon, Clare and Kerry.
#StormHector See Warnings on our Website https://t.co/ozrQHtoOkt
— Met Éireann (@MetEireann) June 13, 2018
Early indications suggest that the north and west of the country will be worst affected but you can check the national forecaster’s website for full updates here.
The Road Safety Authority has warned motorists to take extra care ahead of tonight’s hazardous conditions, with the possibility of objects being blown onto the road.
There is a risk of flooding too with the RSA issuing warnings via their Twitter account.
An orange weather warning for DL,G,MO,SO & yellow warning for CN, MN, LM, RN, CE &KY have been issued for 9pm-10am tomorrow. High winds, strongest at coasts, are expected with gusts up to 125km/hr. Watch out for objects being blown on to the road & be mindful of other road users.
— RSA Ireland (@RSAIreland) June 13, 2018
UPDATE: The Orange weather warning from earlier today has been upgraded to include the possibility of spring tides which could lead to flooding in DL, G, MO, SO, this will coincide with strong winds. Be smart, if the road is flooded, do not drive through it. pic.twitter.com/gx77syNCGS
— RSA Ireland (@RSAIreland) June 13, 2018
