Met Éireann issues red warning for heavy rain in two counties

Met Éireann has issued a status red warning for heavy rain in Galway and Cork as Storm Bert is expected to cause major disruption this weekend.

The severe weather warning will be in place from midnight until 10am on Saturday, with highest rainfall accumulations expected in west Galway and west Cork.

The national weather agency said people should expect severe flooding, damage to homes and businesses and dangerous travelling conditions.

It said a status red severe weather warning is rarely issued but when it is, people in the areas expected to be affected should take action to protect themselves and their properties.

⚠️Status Red Rainfall Warning issued⚠️

Areas: Cork & Galway

Highest accumulations are expected in west Galway & west Cork

Severe flooding & damage expected.

Valid: Saturday 23/11 00:00 to 10:00

Full details⬇️https://t.co/z40PFYeVMs pic.twitter.com/W1XScQAz6o

— Met Éireann (@MetEireann) November 22, 2024

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