Status Yellow Wind Warning Cancels Winter Sailing Plans

19th January 2024

Met Éireann Weather Warning says the gusty southwest winds could cause significant coastal waves. The warning is in place for Ireland until Sunday

A Met Éireann Weather Warning of very strong and gusty southwest winds and heavy rainfall has led to the early cancellation of weekend sailing fixtures in Cork Harbour and Dublin Bay.

The DMYC at Dun Laoghaire Harbour on Dublin Bay (live webcam views here) decided early on Friday afternoon to hoist 'N over A' for Sunday afternoon's Viking Marine-sponsored Frostbite dinghy racing series on Sunday.

In Crosshaven, the planned IODA Optimists Spring Series at Royal Cork Yacht Club on Saturday has also been scrubbed.

Kinsale Yacht Club in West Cork issued a weather alert to its marina berth holders to ensure vessels are secure ahead of the strong wind arrival.

Met Éireann Weather Warning says the gusty southwest winds could cause significant coastal waves. The warning is in place for Ireland until Sunday.

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