Storm Eowyn: Nationwide Status Red weather warning on Friday as schools, public transport and workplaces to be hit

Ireland is bracing for Storm Éowyn, projected to be one of the strongest storms in years, prompting a Status Red wind warning across numerous counties. The storm, which begins affecting areas such as Cork and Kerry at 2am on Friday, brings expected gusts over 130kmh, resulting in automatic school closures and discouraging non-emergency travel. Conditions anticipated include danger to life, structural damage, and severe disruption to services, with a nationwide Orange wind warning in place as well. Local officials urge people to remain vigilant and heed safety warnings during this hazardous weather event.

The impending Storm Éowyn poses significant risks, with wind gusts exceeding 130kmh expected across Ireland, prompting a Status Red warning for numerous counties.

In preparation for Storm Éowyn, all counties are under varying stages of a red wind warning, marking it as one of the strongest storms to affect Ireland in years.

Read at Irish Independent