Damaging gusts and flooding expected as Storm Gareth approaches Ireland

Even inland wind speeds were high, with top gusts of 47 knots recorded in recent hours by forecasters at Knock weather station, Co Mayo.advised the public to stay away from exposed coasts and high ground where the status orange weather warning is in place. She warned that strong gales and high seas will bring the possibility of coastal flooding.Ferry services in the north west of the country were cancelled for Tuesday evening, due to the heavy winds and high seas.

The ferry service will make a decision later on Tuesday evening about sailings to the island on Wednesday, depending on the outlook of the weather.The unsettled weather is likely to continue for the rest of the week. Thursday will be a wet day and Friday will be cold. St Patrick’s weekend looks like it will be cold and showery with a chance of sleet or snow in some places. It will be less windy than of late with widespread frosts at night.– Beware of objects being blown out onto the road. Expect the unexpected;– Control of a vehicle may be affected by strong crosswinds. High-sided vehicles and motorcyclists are particularly vulnerable to strong winds;

– Drivers should slow down on wet roads and allow extra distance between you and the vehicle in front; –Drivers should allow extra space between themselves and vulnerable road users such as cyclists and motorcyclists as they may be blown off course by strong winds, andPedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists are also advised to wear bright clothing with reflective armbands or a reflective belt.

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