Kildare council warns of severe storm dangers
Kildare County Council has issued urgent safety advice as Storm Austen threatens heavy rain and fierce winds across the region. Residents are urged to stay alert and secure property ahead of the expected overnight deluge and hazardous conditions from Thursday evening into Friday morning.
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Kildare County Council has issued a stark warning to the public to brace for Storm Austen, which is forecast to bring intense rainfall and strong winds from Thursday evening through to Friday morning. Authorities stress the importance of monitoring weather updates from Met Éireann and heeding all official warnings amid concerns over potential flooding and hazardous travel.
The storm is expected to unleash heavy overnight rain particularly affecting southern and eastern areas, where localised flooding may occur. High winds will lash the south, east, and midlands, with trees still in full leaf likely to be vulnerable to uprooting or branch damage. Residents are advised to secure loose outdoor items such as bins, garden furniture, trampolines, and temporary structures before the storm arrives.
Motorists are cautioned to remain vigilant for fallen trees and debris, especially during Thursday night and Friday’s morning commute. The council emphasises never to attempt driving through flooded roads and to allow extra time for essential journeys. Although river levels currently have some capacity, rapid changes in conditions remain possible. The unsettled weather is expected to continue over the bank holiday weekend, with another low-pressure system approaching from the northwest on Saturday. For ongoing updates, residents should consult www.met.ie, the Met Éireann app, and social media, with Kildare County Council continuing to monitor the situation closely.
The storm is expected to unleash heavy overnight rain particularly affecting southern and eastern areas, where localised flooding may occur. High winds will lash the south, east, and midlands, with trees still in full leaf likely to be vulnerable to uprooting or branch damage. Residents are advised to secure loose outdoor items such as bins, garden furniture, trampolines, and temporary structures before the storm arrives.
Motorists are cautioned to remain vigilant for fallen trees and debris, especially during Thursday night and Friday’s morning commute. The council emphasises never to attempt driving through flooded roads and to allow extra time for essential journeys. Although river levels currently have some capacity, rapid changes in conditions remain possible. The unsettled weather is expected to continue over the bank holiday weekend, with another low-pressure system approaching from the northwest on Saturday. For ongoing updates, residents should consult www.met.ie, the Met Éireann app, and social media, with Kildare County Council continuing to monitor the situation closely.
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