Status Yellow High Temperature warning extended

Met Éireann has extended the current Status Yellow High Temperature Warning until 9:00am, Saturday 27 June. Daytime temperatures may exceed 27°C, with overnight temperatures possibly remaining above 15°C.

Conditions may also change quickly, with a risk of thunderstorms possible this evening and tomorrow, bringing dangerous lightning, torrential rainfall, localised flash flooding, large hail, and strong, damaging wind gusts.

The public are advised to:

➡️ Follow Met Éireann forecasts and weather warnings.

➡️ Stop outdoor activities and move indoors immediately if you hear thunder

➡️Avoid travel during heavy rain unless essential

➡️ If roads are flooded, turn around and use an alternative route

➡️ Never walk, cycle or drive through floodwater

➡️ Stay alert and be ready to act if conditions change

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Water and Fire Safety:

➡️ Swim in lifeguarded areas and never swim alone or under the influence

➡️ Always supervise children near water

➡️ Do not light fires in or near forests and always use BBQs safely

➡️ Report fires or emergencies to 999 / 112

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Public Health Advice

➡️ Stay hydrated and avoid strenuous activity during peak heat

➡️ Check on vulnerable neighbours, family, and friends

➡️ Be SunSmart – Apply sunscreen, wear a hat, seek shade, and wear light loose fitted clothing and sunglasses

➡️ Know the signs of heat related illness

Visit HSE.ie or HPSC.ie for more information

Water Provision

➡️Please use water responsibly

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