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Yellow alerts issued for tomorrow

Oct 26, 2026 · 13m

Summary

This episode covers the ongoing severe weather in Ireland following storms Austin and Bulo, featuring meteorologist Siobhan Ryan who details a new yellow wind warning for 11 counties. The discussion includes updates from local officials in Cork, Donegal, and Galway regarding power outages, road closures, and flood defenses. Guests share reports of significant damage, including a serious car collision in Donegal and extensive tree fall, while advising drivers to exercise caution due to wet and windy conditions.

Topics discussed

Yellow wind warning issued for 11 counties Impact on storm-damaged areas and wind speeds Driving advice and coastal wave warnings Unusually mild temperatures and extended warnings Cork City Council on road safety and cleanup Donegal recovery: power outages and damage Galway preparations and flooding updates
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