Met Éireann issues status yellow high temperature warning for Cork
Met Éireann has issued a status yellow high-temperature warning for five Irish counties, including Cork, with temperatures expected to reach up to 29C. The warning advises residents to be cautious of heat-related risks such as water safety issues and potential forest fires.
Why it matters
Extreme heat warnings are becoming more relevant for public safety and emergency management in regions typically accustomed to cooler climates.
Conor Kelleher and his son and granddaughter Brian and Rilee from Gurranabraher at Garrylucas Beach on Sunday. Picture: Denis Boyle.
Rachel Lysaght Met Éireann has issued a status yellow high temperature warning for five counties including Cork , with highs in excess of 27C expected today.
The national forecaster issued the warning on Sunday, impacting the five counties of Cork, Kerry, Limerick, Galway and Mayo.
The warning will come into effect from 1pm on Monday and will remain in place until 7am on Wednesday.
Met Éireann is warning of maximum temperatures in excess of 27C combined with overnight minimum temperatures in excess of 15C.
Potential impacts include water safety issues due to increased use of lakes, beaches and waterways, uncomfortable sleeping conditions, heat stress, forest fires, and drought.
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