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Orange Wind Warning Issued for Parts of Ireland

October 21, 2026 · wweather1 editorial · 1 min read

Meteoalarm has issued a high-severity orange gale warning affecting coastal areas of Ireland starting on October 22, 2026. The advisory covers the region from Wicklow Head to Dungarvan to Valentia, as well as the Irish Sea south of Anglesey.

An orange wind warning has been officially declared for specific maritime and coastal zones in Ireland. The alert comes into effect on October 22, 2026, at 20:00 UTC.

The affected area spans from Wicklow Head to Dungarvan and down to Valentia, including the Irish Sea located south of Anglesey. Authorities have categorized the severity of this meteorological event as high.

Residents and maritime operators in the designated zones are advised to monitor official updates closely. The warning is scheduled to remain in place until October 23, 2026, at 06:00 UTC, when conditions are expected to subside.

Why it is dangerous and what to do

⚠️ Safety
• Secure loose outdoor objects and garden furniture.
• Avoid unnecessary coastal travel and maritime activities during the warning period.
• Stay informed by monitoring local weather forecasts and official alerts.
📰 Data source: MeteoAlarm. Forecast and analysis — wweather1, based on Open-Meteo / met.no data.

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