Status yellow wind warning for Mayo as strong gusts expected
Met Éireann warns of very strong and gusty winds across Mayo this Monday evening, with difficult travel conditions and possible fallen trees
A Status Yellow wind warning has been issued for Mayo, with very strong and gusty south to southwest winds expected to affect the county on Monday evening, October 26.
The warning will come into effect at 5pm on Monday and remain in place until 11.59pm.
Mayo is among 11 counties covered by the warning, alongside Donegal, Galway, Kerry, Kilkenny,Carlow, Clare, Cork, Waterford, Wexford and Wicklow.
Met Éireann has warned that the strong winds could lead to a number of impacts, including fallen trees, debris and loose objects, difficult driving and cycling conditions, and large coastal waves.
Motorists travelling across Mayo are being urged to take extra care, particularly on exposed roads, while cyclists and pedestrians should remain alert to the risk of debris and falling branches.
Those living in coastal areas should also be mindful of large waves and avoid putting themselves at risk along exposed shorelines.
People in Mayo are advised to secure loose objects around their homes and gardens ahead of the warning coming into effect, and to monitor updates from Met Éireann as conditions develop.