Storm Ophelia - General Discussion/Local reports - See MOD NOTE Post #1

Nibs05 · 14-10-2017 6:09pm

Widdershins wrote: »

Are people going to work on Monday? It's hard to imagine what it's going to be like.

working in Dublin airport

Romantic Rose · 14-10-2017 6:10pm

I know there isn't a wind warning for South Donegal but I'm wondering will the roads be dangerous to drive on Monday morning? Debris and the like.

mackes · 14-10-2017 6:14pm

noble00 wrote: »

Hi sorry for jumping in , I'm in the south surely if it's going to be this bad , all schools and business should close , I'm a bit worried about having to work Monday and leaving kids

I heard that bus eireann are not running school buses Monday. It will be up to individual schools to decide on closure unless the Department of Education issues a closure notice. They closed all the schools a few years ago anticipating a big snowfall but after one day it never materialised and they all opened again so watch the news for updates on this.

irish1967 · 14-10-2017 6:15pm

Romantic Rose wrote: »

I know there isn't a wind warning for South Donegal but I'm wondering will the roads be dangerous to drive on Monday morning? Debris and the like.

Monday morning will be fine. Peak winds won’t be effecting us here in Donegal Town area until Monday evening given current timings.

Samsgirl · 14-10-2017 6:15pm

fraxinus1 wrote: »

County councils are still not being put on alert. Sunday is an even worse day to contact people in charge.

Tipp coco on alert since Fri. Email sent to all staff on Fri.

Irish Steve · 14-10-2017 6:16pm

Doltanian wrote: »

I have a backup inverter and will use a charged car batter to power it, it can power my EIR modem for internet providing the phone lines are ok. It will also be able to run my smaller TV for news reports etc. The Telephone exchanges and Mast towers all have huge battery banks of lead acid batteries.

Not sure that newer (fibre) lines will still have broadband if the power is out, as there are units in the cabinets that may not have a long battery backup, so if power goes, they may work for a while until the battery dies. Older copper to the exchange lines will be OK, as they don't have intermediate units remote from the exchange.

Romantic Rose · 14-10-2017 6:16pm

Widdershins wrote: »

Are people going to work on Monday? It's hard to imagine what it's going to be like.

I'm nervous too. My children don't have a big commute to child care thankfully but I have a 20 minute drive. I'm in South Donegal. I'm wondering how dangerous it'll be here?

Meteorite58 · 14-10-2017 6:22pm

philstar wrote: »

Ophelia ? what sort of name is that anyway? sounds like a protestant name :mad:

Mod Note: Warning. No offensive/ uncivil remarks.

RoisinClare6 · 14-10-2017 6:23pm

We've got candles and bottled water here anyway so could for that.

We'd be stuck for cooking but our neighbour has camping stuff and gas so said we could use those of need be.

Bought a couple of those power packs to keep phones charged etc

Also took out the board games for some entertainment if needed.

Really hope people check in on elderly/vulnerable neighbours.

Ludo · 14-10-2017 6:36pm

natty_asha wrote: »

I received a text alert from Carlow County council about half an hour ago advising orange weather alert for area Monday.

Alerts from Cork County Council arrived at 1.30 this afternoon. Looks like they are all on the ball.

philstar · 14-10-2017 6:39pm

don't want to be giving anyone nightmares...but you would look at this prediction for 1500hrs on Monday

https://www.ventusky.com/?p=52.95;-8.05;6&l=gust&t=20171016/13 :eek:

Widdershins · 14-10-2017 6:42pm

Romantic Rose wrote: »

I'm nervous too. My children don't have a big commute to child care thankfully but I have a 20 minute drive. I'm in South Donegal. I'm wondering how dangerous it'll be here?

I'm near the Clare/Limerick border. I know people who wouldn't miss work if they could help it and would look out at the usual time they leave for work, and think it's calm enough. I think it's only meant to start up at lunchtime though. Will they be stuck out there

crashadder · 14-10-2017 6:54pm

i have a 15:30 pm flight on Monday

Ludo · 14-10-2017 6:55pm

crashadder wrote: »

i have a 15:30 pm flight on Monday

No. No, you don't.

flaneur · 14-10-2017 6:56pm

crashadder wrote: »

i have had a 15:30 pm flight on Monday

FYP :

flaneur · 14-10-2017 6:57pm

Would it actually be advisable to consider maybe driving to somewhere north of Dublin and staying with family / friends if you in the likely zone to be hit?

irishgeo · 14-10-2017 7:00pm

philstar wrote: »

don't want to be giving anyone nightmares...but you would look at this prediction for 1500hrs on Monday

https://www.ventusky.com/?p=52.95;-8.05;6&l=gust&t=20171016/13 :eek:

Not bad the west seems to escaping the worst of it.

PukkaStukka · 14-10-2017 7:01pm

Bus Eireann cancels school buses in Monday due to the storm

http://www.rte.ie/news/2017/1014/912351-ophelia/

philstar · 14-10-2017 7:02pm

^^^^^^^^^^^^

but look at the east and south east

stevenup7002 · 14-10-2017 7:21pm

Michelle_b wrote: »

I hear people talking about the weather but not everyone is actually preparing 'just in case'

Just got back from the shops and have stocked up with water, candles, batteries, and non-perishable food (biscuits etc.).

Supermarket was very quiet. Talked to the lady at the checkout and she was talking about how lovely and warm the weather is! Nobody seems to understand what's going on beyond "there might be some wind on Monday".

munsterlegend · 14-10-2017 7:24pm

stevenup7002 wrote: »

Just got back from the shops and have stocked up with water, candles, batteries, and non-perishable food (biscuits etc.).

Supermarket was very quiet. Talked to the lady at the checkout and she was talking about how lovely and warm the weather is! Nobody seems to understand what's going on beyond "there might be some wind on Monday".

I thought our national news was very poor this evening. The focus was on buses being cancelled as opposed to possible severe structural damages and potentially risk to life. Surely they could have had someone from met eireann in their studio or a live link as opposed to a pre recorded interview.

Nettle Soup · 14-10-2017 7:27pm

confusicus wrote: »

I have a flight at 6:20am out of Dublin to Rome.

Looking at the charts, I think I should be okay, but could anyone with more knowledge on the subject confirm this?

Are you good at getting up early?

flaneur · 14-10-2017 7:29pm

I don't think they appreciate the seriousness of it tbh.

prunudo · 14-10-2017 7:30pm

munsterlegend wrote: »

I thought our national news was very poor this evening. The focus was on buses being cancelled as opposed to possible severe structural damages and potentially risk to life. Surely they could have had someone from met eireann in their studio or a live link as opposed to a pre recorded interview.

That thought crossed my mind too, any article I've read seems to be more concerned about lack of buses than what the possible effects of the storm may be.

philstar · 14-10-2017 7:36pm

munsterlegend wrote: »

I thought our national news was very poor this evening. The focus was on buses being cancelled as opposed to possible severe structural damages and potentially risk to life. Surely they could have had someone from met eireann in their studio or a live link as opposed to a pre recorded interview.

we need Theresa

star gazer · 14-10-2017 7:37pm

Personal safety and that of your family is the number one priority, things can be replaced. So heed warnings and check on vulnerable neighbours where possible. The weather may look spectacular in many areas but they are also lkely to be the most dangerous places, so don't take risks particularly on the coast and exposed areas with a force of nature that doesn't come around here that often. Beware storm surge and dangerous seas, flood waters and wind causing falling trees + flying debris. Listen out for where the strongest impacts will be (some areas may not see much more than gales and some rain but that could change utterly if the forecast track changes).
School buses in Cork, Kerry, Clare, Galway and Mayo cancelled so schools will need to decide whether or not to close over the next day and a half or so. If other counties are put into the red weather warning category, the same thing will happen.

ESB Networks:
https://twitter.com/ESBNetworks/status/919227957163511808

This links to a major emergency booklet that has some helpful information
https://twitter.com/Corkcoco/status/919248490517102593

It's possible that there will be an eb and flow of upgrades and downgrades and this may not end up as bad as some forecasts predict, but it is prudent to err on the side of caution and make sure to listen out for the latest information.

MJohnston · 14-10-2017 7:39pm

flaneur wrote: »

Would it actually be advisable to consider maybe driving to somewhere north of Dublin and staying with family / friends if you in the likely zone to be hit?

No - unless you live in a house surrounded by tall trees, your best bet is just to make sure you have the basic supplies already mentioned and stay at home. The greatest risk with most storms is flooding, and there won’t be too much rain with this one, but low lying south facing coastal areas may be at risk there. The wind itself shouldn’t cause any direct danger for most homes, but will probably knock out power to many areas.

SunshineKid · 14-10-2017 7:39pm

I work in Galway & commute from Athlone via the M6. Would I be mad to try & go to work on Monday??

carrickbally · 14-10-2017 7:41pm

philstar wrote: »

don't want to be giving anyone nightmares...but you would look at this prediction for 1500hrs on Monday

https://www.ventusky.com/?p=52.95;-8.05;6&l=gust&t=20171016/13 :eek:

Dublin seems to be getting it worse?

That is not what the weather people are saying?

oscarBravo · 14-10-2017 7:45pm

Irish Steve wrote: »

In nearly 30 years here, I don't think I've seen weather with such a strong wind for so much of the country, what's very clear is that this could cause significant damage to infrastructure, especially ESB, which in passing could also cause some significant broadband issues, as they have a significant high speed fibre network carried on their high voltage network cables, so if overhead cables or pylons are damaged, that could also take out massive chunks of high speed broadband backbone services.

ESB's national trunk fibre network is carried on their 100kV lines, which tend not to suffer too badly in storms. SIRO have started building fibre on the local 10kV LV networks, which is much more vulnerable.

It'll be interesting to see how eir's rural fibre network copes. I've seen a lot of fibre run close to - and even through - trees.

gozunda · 14-10-2017 7:49pm

Just saw this

Emergency co-ordination group to meet over storm.

Isn't this something that was called for in the wake of Storm Darwin?

https://www.irishtimes.com/news/environment/emergency-co-ordination-group-to-meet-over-storm-1.3256472

Don't know why - but this springs to mind ... ; )

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_rGRd4qO_v4

xabi · 14-10-2017 7:50pm

I’m due to fly out of Cork at 05:50 on Monday morning, any chance this will be with us by then?

Working class heroes · 14-10-2017 7:52pm

gozunda wrote: »

Just saw this

Emergency co-ordination group to meet over storm.

Isn't this something that was called for in the wake of Storm Darwin?

https://www.irishtimes.com/news/environment/emergency-co-ordination-group-to-meet-over-storm-1.3256472

Paywall.....

squarecircles · 14-10-2017 7:53pm

An emergency response group will meet tomorrow as the country braces itself for Hurricane Ophelia.

munsterlegend · 14-10-2017 7:58pm

philstar wrote: »

we need Theresa

She is setting up a tent tomorrow in Salthill I hear.

seefin · 14-10-2017 8:02pm

Is Cork city meant to get it bad? Debating taking half day and heading home at 1 and staying indoors until Tuesday ! A bit drastic or sensible as I cycle to work. Maybe safest take whole day off? ( am I looking for an excuse?? A resounding yes )

flaneur · 14-10-2017 8:03pm

MJohnston wrote: »

No - unless you live in a house surrounded by tall trees, your best bet is just to make sure you have the basic supplies already mentioned and stay at home. The greatest risk with most storms is flooding, and there won’t be too much rain with this one, but low lying south facing coastal areas may be at risk there. The wind itself shouldn’t cause any direct danger for most homes, but will probably knock out power to many areas.

House *is* surrounded by tall deciduous trees.

thomil · 14-10-2017 8:03pm

xabi wrote: »

I’m due to fly out of Cork at 05:50 on Monday morning, any chance this will be with us by then?

EI840 to Amsterdam? The way I see it, that flight should get away without any trouble. Winds won't pick up until an hour or two later, if the current models are anything to go by. I'd expect a more northerly routing until you've cleared Ireland, but apart from that, if the forecasts hold, it should be okay. That being said, keep an eye on the Aer Lingus and Cork Airport websites.

On a related note, I wonder if airlines will try to get as many of the early flights out of Cork before the storm hits, or if they'll just cancel outright.

Jakey Rolling · 14-10-2017 8:04pm

crossmolinalad wrote: »

take a cable with two plugs on it , one in a socket in the house other one in the generator works perfect

Do you have a regulated outupt on the generator? I'd be wary of voltage spikes (or drops) causing damage to the likes of TV or computers.

I use a 4kW gen to run the water pump and fridge if need be - got rid of my double-ended cable though as it's an inherently dangerous item to have lying around the place! If kids or anyone mistook it for a regular extension lead...

SunshineKid · 14-10-2017 8:04pm

I work in Galway & commute from Athlone via the M6. Would I be mad to try & go to work on Monday??

Cantona's Collars · 14-10-2017 8:06pm

seefin wrote: »

Is Cork city meant to get it bad? Debating taking half day and heading home at 1 and staying indoors until Tuesday ! A bit drastic or sensible as I cycle to work. Maybe safest take whole day off? ( am I looking for an excuse?? A resounding yes )

Just take it as pretty much the whole Southern half of the country will bear the brunt first.Plenty of models and charts posted,a quick look at them even to an untrained eye will show where the worst of the weather will be.

Cantona's Collars · 14-10-2017 8:10pm

squarecircles wrote: »

An emergency response group will meet tomorrow as the country braces itself for Hurricane Ophelia.

I hope they are doing a 1 day chainsaw training course

Gonna be a lot of trees down by Monday night.

crashadder · 14-10-2017 8:12pm

No. No, you don't.

oh God. i cant even afford delays let alone cancellation :-(

uck51js9zml2yt · 14-10-2017 8:15pm

Nibs05 wrote: »

working in Dublin airport

Ah Shure.. you'll be flyin'

....gets my coat...and kite:)

ooompie5 · 14-10-2017 8:18pm

flaneur wrote: »

House *is* surrounded by tall deciduous trees.

Doers anybody know what is the protocol if one of your big trees falls over the road? Who should you contact and what should you do?

AlekSmart · 14-10-2017 8:19pm

philstar wrote: »

Ophelia ? what sort of name is that anyway? sounds like a protestant name :mad:

I agree ......it's a shockin state of affairs,I blame The Band !!!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4RjqcTsxx-8

Mooooo · 14-10-2017 8:21pm

oscarBravo wrote: »

ESB's national trunk fibre network is carried on their 100kV lines, which tend not to suffer too badly in storms. SIRO have started building fibre on the local 10kV LV networks, which is much more vulnerable.

It'll be interesting to see how eir's rural fibre network copes. I've seen a lot of fibre run close to - and even through - trees.

In fairness the esb and contractors tend to be good in maintaining distance between trees and lines cutting, eir are a different story

philstar · 14-10-2017 8:21pm

@ alexsmart

great find, it'll be played ad nausim over the next few days i suppose

goodies · 14-10-2017 8:22pm

Thank you all for invaluable interpretations so far following v closely. We live in Fenit co Kerry on the coast and have secured property today as much as we can. We have 2 small children and wondering at this point would we be better off moving further inland/ up the country for the duration.

Stheno · 14-10-2017 8:35pm

Is youghal in the danger zone? And if yes should cars be parked as far from the house as possible?

Storm Ophelia - General Discussion/Local reports - See MOD NOTE Post #1

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