Category Archives: Severe Weather

Weather Alert: Flooding along L-2017 Kilmolash

Posted on October 18, 2023 by Conan Power

We have reports of flooding along the L-2017 from Cappoquin to its Junction with the R-671 Clashmore Rd. at Kilmolash. Proceed with caution.

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Storm Babet – Closure of Dungarvan Carparks

Posted on October 17, 2023 by Conan Power

In addition to The Prom in Tramore, Co. Waterford closing at 4pm this afternoon, as a precautionary measure Davitt’s Quay Carpark, The Look Out, Castle Street Carpark and The Pond in Dungarvan will also be closed from 4pm today until … Continue reading →

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Storm Babet – Status Orange Weather Warning for Waterford

Posted on October 17, 2023 by Conan Power

The public is advised that Storm Babet will bring spells of heavy rain and blustery east to southeast winds at times. The Met Éireann warning is valid until 1pm tomorrow (Wednesday, October 18th). Fergus Galvin, Director of Services with Waterford City and … Continue reading →

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#StormAgnes update

Posted on September 27, 2023 by ruthtapial

Multiple reports of fallen trees, localised flooding & surface water across the county: -Tree down within Rathgormack Village along the R678 near Ballythomas road junction (L3058), please drive with extreme caution. -L4022 – road flooded between Carrolls Cross and Portlaw … Continue reading →

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Status Orange Weather Warning for Waterford

Posted on September 27, 2023 by ruthtapial

The public is advised that Storm Agnes will bring spells of heavy and occasionally intense rain, combined with strong and gusty winds.  The wind warning is valid from 9am until 5pm, with the rain warning valid from 9am to 3pm … Continue reading →

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Severe Weather Warning for Rain for Waterford

Posted on September 14, 2023 by Conan Power

Severe Weather Warning for Rain for Waterford Alert message from Met Eireann:From this afternoon (Thursday) to Friday evening, persistent and heavy rain will lead to localised flooding, poor visibility and difficult travelling conditions. Event: Orange Rain Severity: Orange Valid from: … Continue reading →

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Agencies call for caution at waterways during warm weather weekend

Posted on September 8, 2023 by Conan Power

As a warm weather spell continues across Ireland, the Irish Coast Guard, Water Safety Ireland, and the RNLI are appealing to the public to be attentive to their personal safety when engaging in any water or coastal activities. The appeal … Continue reading →

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Severe Weather Warning (Status Orange) for Waterford

Posted on August 18, 2023 by Conan Power

A Status Orange Weather Warning has been issued for Waterford, with wind and heavy rain on Friday evening into Saturday morning.  The public is advised that Storm Betty will bring south to southwest gales with severe gusts of up to … Continue reading →

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High Astronomical Spring Tides

Posted on March 21, 2023 by Conan Power

The OPW has advised that there will be a period of surge on top of very high astronomical Spring Tides that are approaching Highest Astronomical Tide (HAT) in all coastal areas, commencing Tuesday March 21st until Wednesday March 22nd 2023.  It is expected that HAT levels … Continue reading →

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