Severe Weather Alert: Status Red Rain Warning for Galway and Cork as Storm Bert Approaches
A Status Red rain warning is in effect for Galway and Cork due to Storm Bert, with forecasts of intense rainfall leading to severe flooding and hazardous travel conditions. A Status Orange rain warning has been issued for additional counties, while most of Ireland bears a Status Yellow wind and rain warning. Local authorities are on alert, urging residents to avoid travel and remain indoors during the storm. The National Directorate for Fire and Emergency Management has emphasized the importance of staying safe and monitoring updates from Met Éireann.