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Thousands of people are without power across the country and winds of up to 130 kilometers per hour are forecast due to Storm Aiden.
An orange wind warning is in effect for Donegal, Galway, Mayo, Sligo and Clare counties.
#StormAiden Warnings for today Saturday.
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National Forecast: https://t.co/9gKN6SVok4 pic.twitter.com/s5TWTHHh2t
– I met Éireann (@MetEireann) October 31, 2020
Met Eireann’s warning went into effect at 8 a.m. Saturday morning and will be in effect until 4 p.m.
He said the strong southwest to west winds associated with Storm Aiden will reach average speeds of 65 to 80 km / h, with severe and damaging gusts of 100 to 130 km / h.
#StormAiden very strong winds to hurricanes from the southwest, veering west with severe and damaging gusts. Also on the high seas at risk of coastal flooding. Rains that clear up with sunshine and heavy, gusty showers, with the risk of hail and isolated storms. 1/2
– I met Éireann (@MetEireann) October 31, 2020
There is a yellow wind warning for the rest of the country until 4pm
Met Eireann said strong southerly winds veering out of the west will reach average speeds of 50 to 65 km / h with severe and possibly damaging gusts of around 100 km / h across the country.
They said some coastal flooding is also possible due to a combination of low pressure, high tides and onshore winds.
More than 4,400 homes and businesses are without power due to the storm, according to ESB Networks.
About 1,200 homes and businesses in Carndonagh, Co Donegal, were without power on Saturday morning.
Some 900 properties in Bray, Co Wicklow, and about 700 homes and businesses in Tramore, Co Waterford, were also without power.
ESB Networks tweeted: “We have a flaw in #kill #tramore #bonmahon and the surrounding #cowaterford areas. We are working to repair as quickly as possible. “
We have a flaw in #kill #tramore #bonmahon and surrounding areas of #cowaterford . We are working to repair it as quickly as possible. You can log a failure online here: https://t.co/cH3JPqxOb2. Updates at https://t.co/VMtxFrW7FY. Apologies for the inconvenience.
– ESB Networks (@ESBNetworks) October 31, 2020
The Garda is calling on the public to be careful and cautious as the storm makes its way across the country.
They have advised people to avoid all unnecessary travel in counties where there are orange level wind warnings.
They said these winds will make driving conditions dangerous, especially for the most vulnerable road users such as bicyclists, pedestrians, motorcyclists and high-sided vehicles.
They also called on road users to pay particular attention to the risk posed by downed trees, flying debris and flooded roads.
The public is also advised to stay away from coastal areas and cliff walks, as the high seas and waves will make conditions dangerous.
People have been asked to remove or secure patio furniture, trash cans, and any loose items from around the buildings.
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