Status Red Storm Eowyn: Met Eireann add two new weather warnings to forecast for next 24 hours
Briefly

As Storm Éowyn approaches, the government has announced a shutdown with workers advised to work from home to ensure safety. Met Éireann has issued updated Status Red wind warnings for regions, effective from early Friday morning, coupled with a Status Orange warning covering the entire country until the afternoon. Additionally, a Status Yellow rain warning has been issued for specific areas, cautioning against heavy rainfall leading to localised flooding. Public transportation will halt during the first phase of warnings, reinforcing the serious nature of the storm.
"Batten down the hatches" - says Met Éireann senior meteorologist Gerry Murphy, emphasizing the seriousness of the impending storm.
A Status Orange wind warning will be in place across the country, warning of severe weather conditions from midnight till 4pm on Friday.
Public transport will not operate during the Status Red warning, underscoring the dangers expected and the government's push for remote working.
Met Éireann's updated warnings detail specific times for various regions, highlighting risks of flooding and strong winds.
Read at Irish Independent
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