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Met Éireann has issued two separate yellow state weather advisories for the entire country for St. Stephen’s Day and Sunday, December 27.
A yellow wind status warning will go into effect at 3:00 p.m. on St. Stephen’s Day.
The westerly winds associated with Atlantic Storm Bella appear poised to reach average speeds of 50 km / h to 65 km / h from now on.
Gusts with speeds of 90 km / h to 110 km / ph are also expected. Stronger gusts are forecast for coastal areas.
Due to a combination of high winds, high waves and forecast storm surges, Met Éireann also says there is a risk of coastal flooding, especially along the west coast.
The warning will be in effect until 4 a.m. on Sunday, December 27.
Yellow Status: wind and rain warning for Ireland.#Storms
All current warnings can be viewed here, the warnings are displayed for each day. Click on the appropriate link for the morning and Sunday warnings. 🌧️💨🍃🌧️https: //t.co/l8JdKfwZt9https: //t.co/JAa97a0t2o pic.twitter.com/j0TlE9rxq2
– I met Éireann (@MetEireann) December 25, 2020
The second warning, a national status yellow rain warning, also goes into effect at 3 p.m. on St. Stephen’s Day.
Heavy rain is forecast for all counties in Ireland as the rain moves south across the country. There is also a localized flood warning in some areas.
The Met Eireann rain advisories will also be in effect until 4 a.m. Sunday.
The forecaster says that more updates will be posted on his website and social media accounts.
A status marine yellow alert is also in effect, issued at 5 p.m. on Christmas Day.
Southwest gales or strong gales are expected to develop tomorrow morning in coastal waters from Slyne Head to Rossan Point and Fair Head, spreading to all maritime areas on Saturday afternoon and evening.
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