A DOUBLE weather warning is over Donegal with heavy rain and strong winds forecast.
Met Eireann’s Status Yellow wind warning for Donegal, Galway, Mayo went live today (Wednesday) at 6am and remains in place until 6pm.
A meteorologist said: “South-westerly winds will be very strong at times especially along the coasts.
“Be aware of potential impacts, including debris, loose objects displaced, difficult driving, and cycling conditions.
“Large coastal waves combined with moderate surge may lead to wave overtopping in exposed coastal areas, plus there could be some fallen trees, branches.”
Met Eireann issued a Status Yellow wind warning for Donegal from Oct 14 to Oct 15.
A Status Yellow rain warning was also issued for Donegal, Galway, Leitrim, Mayo, and Sligo.
The meteorologist warned: “Spells of heavy rain are forecast, be aware of potential impacts, including difficult travelling conditions, localised flooding possible, and poor visibility”.
The rain warning is in effect from today at 6pm until tomorrow at 6am.