Wednesday, August 21, 2024 Met Éireann has issued a status yellow weather warning for Galway and Mayo due to the impending arrival of Hurricane Ernesto. The warning, in effect from 7 pm Wednesday to 2 am Thursday, predicts “unseasonably strong and gusty” winds, high tides, and heavy rain along the west coast. Coastal flooding and travel disruptions are anticipated.
Hurricane Ernesto, having swept across the Atlantic, is now poised to impact the western regions of Ireland, particularly the counties of Galway and Mayo. Met Éireann has acted swiftly, issuing a status yellow wind warning for these areas, with the potential for significant weather-related disruptions. The warning comes into effect from 7 pm on Wednesday and will last until 2 am on Thursday, during which time residents and travelers alike are advised to exercise caution.
The hurricane’s remnants are expected to hit the western parts of the country hardest, bringing with it a cocktail of severe weather conditions including unseasonably strong and gusty winds, very high tides, and heavy rainfall. The coastal areas, already vulnerable to flooding, are at an elevated risk, with Met Éireann cautioning against potential wave overtopping, damage to temporary structures, and hazardous travel conditions. A Detailed Forecast: What to Expect The forecast paints a challenging picture for the days ahead.
On Wednesday, the day is set to start mostly cloudy, with rain and drizzle gradually spreading eastward towards t.