Flood advisories for Cork City and Bantry when yellow rain warning goes into effect

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Currently, there is a yellow rain status warning for all of Ireland.

Met Éireann warns of very heavy rains at times today and tonight, with significant local flood risks in the southwest and west.

There is a continuing risk of river and surface flooding, especially in areas of County Cork and elsewhere in Munster.

The forecaster had initially issued a warning for Munster, Connacht, Donegal, Cavan and Monaghan, but has since updated it to a national one.

The Office of Public Works has reported that there will be a period of very high astronomical spring tides approaching the highest astronomical tide (HAT) in all coastal areas, beginning this afternoon and continuing through tomorrow.

Storm surge levels are relatively low in all coastal areas today, but are expected to increase significantly in Cork Harbor (0.55 m) and Bantry Bay (0.50 m).

High tides, combined with high winds and predicted storm surge levels, give an elevated risk of coastal flooding, particularly in areas like Bantry.

Homeowners are advised to take precautions in low lying areas or areas susceptible to flooding.

Nationwide, Met Éireann says conditions will be stormy with heavy bouts of rain moving north across the country.

Spot floods are also likely in several areas.

Met Éireann said: “While some areas will remain below warning levels, there is a risk of localized point flooding with an increased risk of flash flooding in mountainous regions where accumulations are expected to be higher.”

This warning will be revised and may be raised in future updates to reflect developments.

The rain is expected to continue into the evening, when it will also be quite windy in the southern coastal counties.

The Highway Safety Authority (RSA) urges road users to exercise caution when driving, as conditions are likely to be challenging.

The weather warnings went into effect at 8 a.m. this morning and will remain in effect until 7 p.m. tomorrow.



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