Met Éireann Issues Yellow Rainfall Warning for Cork and Kerry
⚠️ Yellow rainfall warning issued for Cork and Kerry from Saturday evening with localised flooding and difficult driving conditions expected until Sunday morning.
A status yellow rainfall warning has been issued for Cork and Kerry, with heavy rain and possible thunderstorms expected to affect both counties from Saturday evening through to early Sunday morning.
Met Éireann issued the warning at 09:56 this morning, alerting residents to prepare for spells of heavy rain with the possibility of a few thundery downpours from 17:00 on Saturday, 18 October. The warning remains in effect until 05:00 on Sunday morning, 19 October.
The national weather service has highlighted potential impacts including localised flooding and difficult travelling conditions across both counties. Motorists are advised to exercise caution on the roads, particularly on routes prone to surface water accumulation.
Residents in flood-prone areas should monitor conditions closely and take necessary precautions. Those planning travel during the warning period should allow extra time for journeys and stay updated on local conditions.
The warning comes as autumn weather patterns continue to bring unsettled conditions to Munster. Cork Safety Alerts will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates on any flooding or traffic disruptions as they develop.
