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STORM Diana will blow on Ireland in the early morning, causing "violent and potentially damaging" winds.
On Wednesday, there will be three weather alerts across the country: two orange alerts for six counties and one yellow alert for the rest of the country.
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Storm Diana was named by the Portuguese Weather Service because of the orange alert level conditions that were detected on Monday while she is now heading north towards Ireland.
Cork, Kerry and Waterford will be on orange alert from 6 am to noon, and the Status Orange warnings from Wexford, Galway and Clare will begin at 9 am and remain in place until 2 pm.
A yellow wind warning for Ireland will come into effect at 5 am and will not be up until 18 hours.
Liz Walsh, meteorologist at Met Eireann, said: "Storm Diana will produce violent and potentially damaging winds by moving Wednesday north, to the west of Ireland.
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"A yellow wind warning has been issued for the 26 counties we are responsible for, with winds expected to reach average wind speeds of 55 to 65 km / h and gusts of 90 to 110 km / h.
In addition, two orange wind warnings were issued for southern and western coastal counties, warning of the risk of orange winds – average speeds of 65 to 80 km / h and gusts of 110 to 130 km / h.
"These orange winds will occur mainly in the coastal areas of these counties and on the heights, and the risk of coastal flooding is increased by the very high seas.
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"Wednesday's strongest winds will come from a slightly different direction (south to southwest) than the strongest winds on Tuesday (southeast), which will produce differences in the way that they are experienced in different parts of the country, that is, weaker or stronger on the exposure. "
Connacht and western Ulster will also experience heavy rainfall all day, but temperatures will be extremely mild and will reach 15 ° C highs.
It is important to be prepared for all eventualities when Diana intervenes.
Here's a list of things to do to get ready for the storm.
1. Prepare an emergency home kit: It is always helpful to have some vital items – medicine, first aid kit, flashlight and camera to photograph any damage to property.
2. Bring your pets inside: These weather conditions are not ideal for your dogs and cats to stay outside. So be sure to bring them out of the storm.
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3. Check your travel plans and drive with caution: The Office of Road Safety has urged road users to be extremely cautious and expect unexpected events.
They said:
- Beware of blown objects on the road. Expect the unexpected
- Beware of falling debris on the road and vehicles turning across the road
- The control of a vehicle can be affected by strong side winds. High-sided vehicles and motorcyclists are particularly vulnerable to high winds
- Provide extra space between you and vulnerable road users, such as cyclists and motorcyclists.
- Drive with the lights immersed at all times.
AA Roadwatch also warned motorists to slow down when storm Diana landed.
4. Check the neighbors: Many of us know people in our community who may not be able to go out so much. Therefore, call quickly to verify that they are aware of weather warnings and if they are not stuck for supplies.
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Fianna Fail advisor Paul McAuliffe said, "Storm Diana, the last storm, will prevent many of our most vulnerable people from going out in deplorable conditions to take their usual supplies or drugs.
"The importance of monitoring our neighbors and elderly parents to make sure they have enough fuel and food can not be underestimated in the coming weeks."
5. Store your garden furniture and secure the wheeled bins: The last thing you want to do is wake up and see your beautiful patio set dotted in the garden – secure it and store it now to avoid any breakage.
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6. Store the trampolines: The Mayo County Council urged locals to dismantle the trampolines and store them during the Callum storm last month, as they form a "wing" when the country is hit by high winds.
7. If you have to walk or ride a bike in windy conditions, be seen: The RSA advises: "Wear bright clothing with reflective armbands or a reflective belt.
"Be very careful when crossing the road or riding a bike in extreme wind conditions, as a sudden gust of wind could throw you into the path of a vehicle coming in the opposite direction."
8. Have useful numbers at your fingertips: We all know the usual emergency numbers – but keep contact information for your local advisors and contact for companies like ESB.
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9. Fill up with batteries, matches and candles: In the event of a power outage, make sure you know where your flashlight is and that you have enough spare batteries, candles and matches to keep you going.
10. Charge your phone now: Again, just in case of a power outage, plug your phone in now to make sure you'll have enough charge to deal with all eventualities.
11. Write your electricity manufacturer's reference number: ESB always advises to rate your MPRN in stormy weather.
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