Storm Boero: Orange Rain Warning for Kerry as Heavy Rain and Strong Winds Hit Ireland

Met Éireann has issued an orange rain warning for County Kerry as Storm Boero is expected to bring very heavy rain, flooding and difficult travel conditions on Saturday.

Orange rain warning for Kerry

The orange warning is in effect from 07:00 to 14:00 on Saturday, local time.

Met Éireann warned that flooding is expected and that homes and businesses could be damaged. Train and bus services may face delays and disruption, while outdoor events could be severely affected.

Orange wind warning for Donegal, Leitrim, Mayo and Sligo

An orange wind warning has also been issued for Donegal, Leitrim, Mayo and Sligo. It will be in effect from 14:00 on Saturday until 09:00 on Sunday.

Yellow rain warning across nine counties

A yellow rain warning has been issued for Clare, Cork, Donegal, Galway, Kerry, Leitrim, Limerick, Mayo and Sligo.

The warning will be in effect on Saturday from 04:00 to 15:00. Met Éireann said continued heavy rain could lead to localised flooding, difficult travel conditions and disruption to outdoor events.

Strong winds and coastal impacts

A yellow wind warning for Connacht, Clare, Kerry and Limerick will begin at 13:00 on Saturday and remain in place until 12:00 on Sunday.

Very strong south-westerly winds are expected to turn westerly, bringing strong gusts and coastal gales. Forecasters warned of large waves, fallen trees and branches, displaced debris, and difficult driving and cycling conditions along the coast.

A separate yellow wind warning for County Donegal will run from 13:00 on Saturday until 15:00 on Sunday, with similar impacts expected.

All five Met Éireann alerts were issued on Friday morning.