STORM BRIAN: Torrential rain and high winds hit Meath

Storm Brian looks to have reached Meath with torrential rain soaking the county from early evening. 

According to Met Eireann "Persistent and heavy spells of rain will continue to advance steadily northeastwards over the country over the next few hours, with the risk of thundery downpours leading to further localized flooding. At the same time, rain will begin to clear from the southwest, with just scattered showers, still heavy with a risk of thunder, following. South to southeast winds will continue to strengthen as Storm Brian moves up through the country."

Tonight south to southeasterly winds will further strengthen and veer southwesterly as the centre of the storm depression tracks across the country with a yellow wind warning in place countrywide, but an orange level warning continues in operation for southern and western coastal counties as winds are expected to reach storm force there. Rain will continue to turn more showery from the southwest, but the showers look likely to merge into longer spells of rain in the west by dawn. Lowest temperatures will stay around 9 to 12 degrees.

Local authorities and business owners along the west coast and Shannon regions are preparing for expected flooding over the weekend as Storm Brian passes over Ireland.

Winds gusting up to 130km/h are expected in counties Wexford, Waterford, Cork, Kerry, Clare, Galway and Mayo.

A status yellow wind warning is in place for the rest of the country, with average speeds of 65km/h and gusts reaching 110km/h expected.

Flooding has affected local roads in the midlands overnight making conditions difficult for ESB Networks still attempting to reconnect customers cut off during ex-hurricane Ophelia.

A number of sporting and social events in Meath have been cancelled as a result of the storm

FAMILY FUN MULTI SPORTS SESSION, NAVAN - CANCELLED

"Sorry for the short notice but we have just been advised to postpone the Family Fun – Multi Sports sessions tomorrow in Blackwater Park Navanand Johnstown. This is due to safety reasons with the weather forecast and the arrival of Storm Brian, especially after Hurricane Ophelia on Monday. It is expected that heavy rain fall will take place later this afternoon into tomorrow evening with high winds also.
Apologies for any inconvenience caused, and thank you for your support offered for this programme it is greatly appreciated.
We will be back next week as normal on 28th Oct 2017 looking forward to seeing you all then!!

FAIRYHOUSE RACING - COURSE INSPECTION
Fairyhouse To Make 8am Decision On Racing Tomorrow

Fairyhouse are monitoring the weather, and the path of Storm Brian, and will make an update on the situation ahead of tomorrow’s planned meeting at 8am on Saturday morning.

“We have been in contact with Met Eireann today (Friday) and there’s a probability of very strong winds tomorrow afternoon.” said Racecourse Manager, Peter Roe.

“In the interests of the safety of horses, racing professionals and racegoers, and all those travelling to and from Fairyhouse tomorrow, in consultation with the Clerk of the Course, Brendan Sheridan, we have decided the best course of events is to make a more accurate judgement call at 8am tomorrow morning.

“By then Met Eireann will have up-to-date information on what course Storm Brian is taking and the likely strength of winds, and together with the Clerk of the Course, we will be able to make the most appropriate decision at that juncture.”

GAA

NAVAN O'MAHONY'S 
Due to the impending arrival of Storm Brian Football Training for Children with additional needs is called off tomorrow!

NA FIANNA GAA
Minor Hurling Final due to be played this Saturday In Pairc Tailteann at 1.15pm against Longwood/Killyon is *** cancelled***.

SOCCER

East Meath United

***** Important Notice***** Our Academy is cancelled tomorrow morning due the adverse weather conditions