Storm Austen prompts yellow warning in Laois
Severe weather will hit Laois from Thursday evening, with heavy rain and strong winds predicted. The storm threatens flooding, hazardous travel, and fallen debris, urging residents to take precautions overnight and into Friday morning.
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Laois County Council
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A Status Yellow rain and wind warning has been issued for Laois, effective from 7pm on Thursday 22nd October until 10am on Friday 23rd October, as Storm Austen approaches the region. The storm is expected to bring intense rainfall through the night, raising serious concerns about flooding.
Areas most at risk include small, mountainous, upland, and urban catchments, which can react rapidly to the heavy downpours. River levels, particularly along the Barrow, are forecast to rise and may cause flooding extending from Thursday evening through to Saturday.
Residents are advised to anticipate difficult travel conditions and avoid driving through flooded roads. Outdoor events may be disrupted, and it is important to secure loose items such as bins, garden furniture, trampolines, and temporary structures before Thursday night. With trees still in full leaf, strong winds could cause fallen branches or trees, posing additional hazards, especially during Thursday night and the Friday morning commute. Stay updated with the latest information via met.ie and laois.ie and allow extra time for essential journeys.
Areas most at risk include small, mountainous, upland, and urban catchments, which can react rapidly to the heavy downpours. River levels, particularly along the Barrow, are forecast to rise and may cause flooding extending from Thursday evening through to Saturday.
Residents are advised to anticipate difficult travel conditions and avoid driving through flooded roads. Outdoor events may be disrupted, and it is important to secure loose items such as bins, garden furniture, trampolines, and temporary structures before Thursday night. With trees still in full leaf, strong winds could cause fallen branches or trees, posing additional hazards, especially during Thursday night and the Friday morning commute. Stay updated with the latest information via met.ie and laois.ie and allow extra time for essential journeys.
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