The country is being hit by strong winds and very heavy rainfall today.
The severe weather has already prompted a series of warnings – but the worst has yet to come with the main storm front due to hit tomorrow morning.
Met Eireann has issued a national orange wind alert from 5am Sunday.
Status Orange – Wind warning for Ireland
On Sunday, Storm Ciara will produce very strong southwest winds with mean speeds of 65 to 80km/h and gusts generally up to 130km/h.
A combination of Spring Tides and high seas as well as stormy conditions will result in a significant risk of coastal flooding especially along western and northwestern coasts.
Valid: 05:00 Sunday 09/02/2020 to 12:00 Sunday 09/02/2020.
Meanwhile Shannon Airport is advising passengers to please check your flight status with your airline before travelling to the airport. Further updates during the day on social & website http://shannonairport.ie
