Status Orange wind warning issued for two counties as Storm Ashley to hit Ireland

Ellen O'Donoghue

Storm Ashley is set to bring very strong and gusty southerly winds around the country, coupled with high spring tides this weekend.

A Status Orange wind warning will be in place in Co Galway and Co Mayo from 12pm Sunday until 9pm, while the rest of the Republic will be under a Status Yellow wind warning, valid from 10am Sunday until midnight.

From 3am Sunday until 12pm Monday, Northern Ireland will be under a yellow wind warning, with winds potentially causing disruption on Sunday and into Monday.

Possible impacts of Storm Ashley in counties under an orange weather warning include coastal flooding, large coastal waves, the displacement of loose objects, fallen trees, very difficult travelling conditions, damage to power lines, power outages, and damage to already weakened structures.

Meanwhile, in the counties under a yellow weather warning, possible impacts include coastal flooding, large coastal waves, some fallen trees, branches, difficult driving and cycling conditions, debris and loose objects being displaced.