Storm Dave: flights cancelled at Dublin Airport as warning comes into force for entire country with 100kmh gusts expected

"Strong winds associated with Storm Dave are expected to impact flight operations at Dublin Airport later this afternoon and evening. So far today, airlines have cancelled 15 flights, including 7 departures and 8 arrivals."

"Families planning Easter outings have been told to expect challenging driving conditions on Saturday, with the Yellow wind warning coming into effect from 1pm. The alert will remain in place until 2am on Sunday."

"In addition, Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow rain warning for Mayo and Donegal, in place from 8am until 4pm on Saturday. In these counties, heavy rain might bring localised flooding, poor visibility and difficult travelling conditions."

Storm Dave is impacting Ireland with a countrywide wind warning and a rain warning for Mayo and Donegal. Dublin Airport has cancelled 15 flights due to high winds, with potential for more cancellations. A Yellow wind warning is in effect, and conditions are expected to worsen. Families are advised to prepare for difficult driving conditions. Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow rain warning for Mayo and Donegal, predicting heavy rain and localised flooding. The situation may escalate with possible upgrades to Orange alerts in the north-west.

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