Orange weather warning as Storm Barbara to hit

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) is asking road users to exercise caution, while using the roads tomorrow (Friday), December 23, as Met Éireann has issued an Orange wind warning for coastal regions with Donegal, Mayo and Galway expected to be worst affected with gusts of up to 120 km/h expected.

A 'status yellow' weather warning for strong winds remains in place for the rest of the country with gusts of 90-110km/h forecast. Strong southerly winds are expected during Friday morning with strong westerly winds forecast for Friday afternoon/evening.

The RSA is asking road users to check local weather and traffic conditions and be aware of the conditions before setting out on a trip.

 The RSA has the following advice for road users:

 

With added risks posed by wet or flooded roads the RSA has the following advice;

 

Advice to Pedestrians & Cyclists;

 For more weather updates visit Met Eireann’s website www.met.ie