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Midlands Counties Fall Under Storm Bram Wind Warnings

Tuesday, 9 December 2025 07:20

The worst effects of the storm are expected to hit the Midlands around 11am.

All counties including Laois, Westmeath and Offaly will come under a Status Orange Wind Warning as Storm Bram hits the country this morning.

The alert comes into effect for Carlow, Kilkenny, Wexford, Wicklow, Cork, Kerry, Limerick, Tipperary, Waterford from now and runs until 3pm.

The remaining counties will also come under an orange warning from 11am.

The warning for Laois, Offaly and Westmeath is set to expire at 7 this evening.

Keith Leonard from the National Directorate for Fire & Emergency Management says they're prepared for what's to come:

The National Directorate adds:

"The conditions associated with Orange level wind warnings can be very dangerous. Potential impacts include the possibility of structural damage, fallen trees and flying debris – presenting a risk to both life and property.  

I’d also ask the organisers of events and activities to consider the wind warnings that are in place and monitor the local conditions – unfortunately the cancellation of events may be necessary in some locations.”

Tánaiste Simon Harris says it's not yet known the where the worst of the storm will hit:

Alan O’Reilly from Carlow Weather outlines where the storm is expected to hit hardest:

The Road Safety Authority is also advising motorists to take care today, asking drivers to slow down and allow for a greater breaking distance on motorways, taking recommended routes and avoiding floods and to watch out for falling debris.

They're also advising drivers to drive with dipped headlights at all times to be seen.

Pedestrians are advised to walk on the right side of the road facing traffic if there's no footpaths, and to take care when crossing the road, with cyclists advised to wear high-vis clothing and put lights on their bikes.

Gardai are also advising motorists to take care on the roads today due to the strong winds.

Water Safety Ireland is advising the public to avoid coasts, rivers, lakes and flood-prone zones as conditions get worse throughout the day, including sudden surges and rapidly rising water levels.

Other key safety advice from include avoiding driving, cycling or walking through flooded roads or paths, keeping children and pets away from flood prone areas, and securing boats and watercraft to prevent drifting.

CEO of Water Safety Ireland, Joanne Walsh:

“Storm Bram will bring very challenging and dangerous conditions to coastal and inland areas. We are asking everyone to be extra vigilant and to respect the power of the water during this time. Simple choices like avoiding high-risk areas and staying informed can save lives.”

 

While Ireland’s waterways are a treasured part of our landscape, storms bring heightened risks that require extra caution. By following Water Safety Ireland’s S.A.F.E. rule, Stay Away From Edges, you can protect yourself and your family."

 

So far, two Aer Lingus flights have been cancelled at Shannon this morning.

Aer Lingus has also cancelled two flights at Cork Airport, one inbound and one outbound to London.

It's not yet clear if operations at Ireland West Airport have been affected.

While 42 flights have into and out of Dublin airport have also been cancelled. 

Over 22-thousand homes, farms and businesses are without power, with ESB Networks saying the majority of the power outages are in Cork, Tipperary, Wexford, Limerick and Kildare.

Rhode's Cathal Nolan, founder of Ireland's Weather Channel, says the storm is expected to pass this evening:

 

 

 

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