Cork updated to ORANGE weather alert as Met Eireann forecast 110km / h winds

MET Eireann has updated Cork’s weather advisory to ORANGE, as winds of up to 110 km / h are forecast to hit the county.

The warning will go into effect at 9 p.m. tonight and will last until 9 a.m. Wednesday.

Meteorologists say that there will be high seas and winds on land that will create a great risk of flooding in coastal areas.

The city will also see high tides and companies have been told to lift the barriers.

The warning had initially been yellow, but it was updated to orange at 9am on Tuesday morning.

The county council said high tides will hit Bantry today, Wednesday and Thursday with the rise starting this afternoon.

They also warned people in coastal areas, as well as Dunmanway and Midleton (particularly along Bailick and Dwyers Road) to be careful.

The city council also issued high tide times, saying Wednesday morning has the potential to be particularly bad.

Tuesdays and Wednesdays you will see flooding in these places;

High tide on Tuesday night is 5:57 PM.

• Morrison Pier
• Mathew Quay
• Mathew Street
• Union Quay
• Trinity bridge
• South Terrace
• Rutland Street
• Sawmill street
• Lavitts Pier
• Kyrls Street
• Kyrls Quay
• Green crosses
• Proby’s Quay
• Sharman Crawford St
• Wandesford Quay

The 6.21am high tide on Wednesday morning is expected to be the worst patch as it falls within the yellow wind warning that will see gusts of up to 100km / h

All the areas mentioned above will be affected, as well as the following streets;

• South Mall
• Oliver Plunkett Street
• Lower Glanmire Road
• Big parade
• Washington Street
• Lapps Quay
• Sullivan Pier
• McSwiney Quay
• Albert quay
• Kennedy Quay
• Patrick Street
• French Pier
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Road users in areas affected by the orange warning are advised to check local traffic and weather conditions before embarking on a journey. The following tips are given to road users. Motorists;

Control of a vehicle can be affected by strong crosswinds, especially on exposed routes such as motorways and motorways. High-sided vehicles and motorcyclists are particularly vulnerable to high winds.

Be careful of objects thrown onto the road. Expect road conditions to change quickly in high winds, so slow down.

Watch out for falling or falling debris on the road and vehicles crossing the road.

Drivers should leave extra space between themselves and vulnerable road users, such as cyclists and motorcyclists, as high winds can blow them off course.

Drivers should slow down in wet weather conditions to avoid the risk of hydroplaning. Drivers must also allow more space between themselves and the vehicle in front.

If the road ahead is flooded, choose another route, do not try to cross it. Flooded roads that seem shallow may be deeper than you think. They may also have fallen trees or branches that may not be visible.

Road users should always follow recommended routes and obey signs that close roads to traffic.

After going through the water, drive slowly with your foot on the brake pedal for a short distance; This helps dry the brakes.

Drive with low beams at all times.

Advice to pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists;

Visibility and light are reduced in bad weather conditions. Stay safe by making sure they can see you. Wear bright clothing with reflective armbands or a reflective belt.

Be especially careful when crossing the road or riding a bike in windy conditions, as a sudden gust of wind could carry you into the path of an oncoming vehicle.

Walk on a path whenever possible and not on the street. If there is a trail and it is safe to use, watch out for debris falling from above, especially in urban areas.

Walk on the right side of the road, facing traffic if there are no trails.

The rider must ensure that they and their bike are visible to other road users by investing in a good set of front and rear lights (white at the front, red at the rear) and wearing clothing that helps to be seen on your bike, such as bright and light reflective elements.