Met Éireann Yellow Rain warning issued

Met Éireann has issued a new Status Yellow Rain warning for Dublin, as heavy rain impacts many parts of the country once again. This warning runs from 3am tomorrow (Thurs 5 Feb) until 3am on Friday (6 Feb). During this period, there may be river flooding, localised flooding, and challenging travelling conditions.

Alongside this, High spring tides today and in the coming days combined with strong winds and surge, may cause wave overtopping and some coastal flooding in the Fingal area. The current high coastal water levels will impede river discharge and may increase flood risk in low-lying areas especially at high tide which is expected at 1pm this afternoon (Wed 4 Feb).  

A key safety reminder for everyone: please keep your distance from riverbanks, streams and canals, as rising water levels can happen very quickly. Make sure children and pets stay well away from waterways and any flooded areas. And remember the advice of the Irish Coast Guard: “Stay Back, Stay High, Stay Dry.”

The council is keeping a close eye on river levels and coastal conditions, and we’re in regular contact with the National Emergency Coordination Group as the recent weather continues. Our crews remain on standby and are ready to deal with any flooding issues. As a precaution, sandbags have been placed in a number of locations to help reduce any potential impacts. 

A weather advisory also remains in place this week, with rainfall expected right through to February 9th. Because the ground is already saturated and river levels are high, there’s a continued risk of flooding. 

If you need to report flooding, fallen trees or similar issues, please call Fingal’s Emergency Line on 01 890 5000. This is the quickest way to make sure incidents are logged and dealt with promptly by our teams. We kindly ask that incidents aren’t reported through social media, as they may not be seen quickly and could delay our response. We’re monitoring the situation closely and are here to help if needed.

Build extra time into your journey to allow for possible delays. If you’re driving, slow down and be prepared for surface water, debris on the roads, and reduced visibility. Never ignore ‘Road Closed’ signs or attempt to drive through floodwater—turn around and find an alternative route.

The Irish Red Cross has a dedicated phone helpline (01 642 4648) to support anyone distressed by flood damage to their home, property or business. The helpline is for people who would like to speak to someone who can provide them with a supportive ‘listening ear’ and make them aware of other Government or local authority support services.

ESB Networks is also highlighting the dangers posed by fallen live wires and is advising the public and the emergency services to stay away from these fallen cables and to report such cases to it immediately. ESB Emergency Services can be contacted at 1800 372 999.