Met Eireann has issued a Status Red - Rain warning for Galway, and a Status Yellow – Wind and Rain warning for Connacht
Red Warning: Rain
Highest accumulations are expected in west Galway.
Impacts:
• Severe flooding
• Damage to homes & businesses
• Dangerous/treacherous travelling conditions
Valid: 00:00 Saturday 23/11/2024 to 10:00 Saturday 23/11/2024
Issued: 11:43 Friday 22/11/2024
Status Yellow - Wind and Rain
Storm Bert: Very strong southeast to south winds coupled with heavy rain.
Possible impacts:
• Localised flooding
• Travel disruption
• Fallen trees
Valid: 22:00 Friday 22/11/2024 to 12:00 Saturday 23/11/2024
Issued: 11:45 Friday 22/11/2024
Met Eireann advises to public ‘to shelter in place’ during red weather alerts.
Please see Met.ie for the most up to date information on these warnings.
The Galway City interagency group met this afternoon to review the forecast and potential impacts/ actions.
There is a potential for flooding at areas across the city.
Our crews are monitoring the situation and are on standby.
If any emergencies arise during these weather warnings, please contact the emergency services on 112 or 999.
Galway City Council out of hours customer service number can be contacted at 091 536 400