Orange Weather warning has been issued for Ireland
NATURAL DISASTER WARNINGS
Met Eireann issued a Status Orange wind warning for 12 counties as Storm Aiden looks set to bring winds of up to 80km/h and violent, damaging gusts that could reach 130km/h.
Met Eireann has issued Orange wind warning for Carlow, Kilkenny, Wexford, Wicklow, Cork, Kerry and Waterford valid from 5 am until 10 pm on Saturday. From 8 am until 4 pm, Orange wind warning is issued for Donegal, Galway, Mayo, Sligo and Clare.
How to stay safe
- Take safe shelter immediately inside a sturdy building, away from windows, doors and electrical appliances.
- If there is no shelter around you, stay away from trees
- Avoid metal
- Stay out of water
- Do not use your cell phone during a thunderstorm
- Floodwater is dangerous – never drive, walk or ride through floodwater
- Floodwater is toxic – never play or swim in floodwater
- Avoid landline telephones and unplug all unnecessary electrical appliances, as telephone lines and metal pipes conduct electricity
- Do not go outside to repair damage while the storm is in progress
- Open internal doors only as needed, and close them behind you
Safety Advice
How to prepare
- Postpone outdoor activities
- Secure outdoor objects that could blow away and cause damage
- Know your evacuation routes
- Be aware of your location
- Get Emergency supplies
- Make a plan in case of disaster
- Keep a list of emergency numbers handy
- Make sure important documents are safe in waterproof containers
- Be prepared for power outages
- Charge your mobile phone to ensure you have a reception
- Ensure pets and animals are in a safe area
How to stay safe
- Take safe shelter immediately inside a sturdy building, away from windows, doors and electrical appliances.
- If there is no shelter around you, stay away from trees
- Avoid metal
- Stay out of water
- Do not use your cell phone during a thunderstorm
- Floodwater is dangerous – never drive, walk or ride through floodwater
- Floodwater is toxic – never play or swim in floodwater
- Avoid landline telephones and unplug all unnecessary electrical appliances, as telephone lines and metal pipes conduct electricity
- Do not go outside to repair damage while the storm is in progress
- Open internal doors only as needed, and close them behind you
After
- Be careful not to touch any electrical/telephone cables that have been blown down or are still hanging
- Do not walk too close to walls, buildings and trees as they could have been weakened
- Avoid flooded areas
- Check your home and property for damage.
- Do not drive through affected areas unless it is necessary
- Use the internet, radio and local media for news updates