Severe winds expected as Storm Kathleen approaches

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People are advised to stay away from coastal areas today as Storm Kathleen moves across Ireland bringing severe winds and the potential for flooding.

Storm Kathleen is expected to have the biggest impact in coastal areas from Waterford around to the west coast up as far as Mayo.An orange wind warning is in effect for counties Cork, Kerry and Waterford from 7am until 2pm and a second orange warning is in effect for Galway and Mayo from 9am to 6 o'clock this evening.

Local authorities in the five counties affected are on standby for any impacts from the storm such as fallen trees, spot flooding and traffic disruption.Valid : 07:00 Saturday to 14:00 SaturdayKeep up to date here⬇️https://t.co/t2JoveRUyC pic.twitter.com/PTOdsUGohBMet Éireann say Storm Kathleen will bring gale force southerly winds with some severe and damaging gusts which could possibly lead to difficult travel conditions, some power outages and wave overtopping.

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