Updated: 13:38pm

Ireland

• Record Winds: 183 km/h gust recorded in Mace Head, Galway (Ireland’s highest recorded wind speed).
• Power Outages: 715,000 homes and businesses without power; restoration may take days.
• Transport Disruptions: Flights cancelled, public transport suspended; non-essential travel strongly advised.

United Kingdom

• Scotland: Winds up to 114 mph, school closures, power cuts for 20,000+ homes, major travel disruption.
• Northern Ireland: Severe wind warnings in place, widespread storm damage.
• England & Wales: Strong winds, heavy rain, power outages, travel disruptions.

Weather in London

• Mostly sunny, 10°C (50°F) today.
• Sunday-Monday: Yellow warning for heavy rain; risk of local flooding and travel delays.

Safety Advisories

• Avoid Non-Essential Travel: Roads and transport systems affected.
• Stay Indoors: Risk of flying debris and dangerous coastal conditions.
• Prepare for Power Cuts: Stock up on essentials, check official updates.

Updated: 12:20pm

Storm Eowyn has arrived, bringing with it strong winds, heavy rainfall, and widespread travel disruption across Ireland and the UK. Authorities have issued multiple weather warnings as the storm intensifies, with residents urged to take precautions. Stay with us as we bring you the latest updates on the storm’s impact, road closures, flight cancellations, and emergency responses.

LATEST UPDATES

• Met Éireann Issues Red Warning – Met Éireann has escalated its warning level to red for coastal counties, with wind speeds expected to exceed 130 km/h. Residents are advised to remain indoors where possible.
• UK Met Office Updates Storm Warning – The UK Met Office has now extended its amber warning to more regions, with strong winds expected across Scotland, Northern Ireland, and northern England.
• Travel Disruptions Continue – Dublin Airport and Heathrow Airport have reported numerous flight delays and cancellations. Passengers are advised to check with airlines before traveling.
• Fallen Trees and Power Cuts Reported – Emergency services are responding to fallen trees blocking major roads in Galway, Cork, and Belfast. Over 10,000 homes are currently without power in affected areas.

WEATHER WARNINGS

• Red Warning (Ireland): Coastal counties, including Clare, Kerry, and Galway, face extreme wind conditions. Heavy rain expected.
• Amber Warning (UK): Northern Ireland, Scotland, and parts of northern England are under an amber warning, with wind gusts up to 110 km/h.
• Yellow Warning (General): Widespread heavy rain and risk of localised flooding across both nations.

TRAVEL DISRUPTIONS

• Road Closures: Several major routes are blocked due to fallen trees and flooding.
• Rail Services: Irish Rail and National Rail UK report delays and cancellations due to debris on tracks.
• Ferry Services: Irish Ferries and P&O Ferries have suspended crossings between Ireland and the UK until conditions improve.

SAFETY ADVICE

• Avoid unnecessary travel, especially in red warning areas.
• Secure outdoor furniture and loose objects to prevent wind damage.
• Keep a flashlight, batteries, and emergency supplies ready in case of power outages.
• Follow updates from Met Éireann, the UK Met Office, and local authorities.

NEXT UPDATE

This article will be updated regularly as more information comes in. Stay tuned for live reports on Storm Eowyn’s impact across Ireland and the UK.