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Storm Barra...prepare
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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So, we have today to prepare for Storm Barra tomorrow....especially here in the south....
What will you do today to get ready...
I must take down the trampoline and tie down the Christmas lights a bit more.....and apply to work from home |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Might not be that years.. Years ago they called it winter now it's a storm and they scare everyone to death.. "
Years ago we'd be in the middle of it before Met Eireann announced anything  |
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"Might not be that years.. Years ago they called it winter now it's a storm and they scare everyone to death.. "
It's a weather warning.
Eminently sensible to do things like take in outdoor lights etc. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"So exactly what time tomorrow before we see the pictures of people diving in at Salthill or windsurfing in Kerry
Or getting head while driving  "
Oohh low blow  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"So exactly what time tomorrow before we see the pictures of people diving in at Salthill or windsurfing in Kerry
I plan for lunchtime.
Exhilerating! "
....even exilarating
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"So exactly what time tomorrow before we see the pictures of people diving in at Salthill or windsurfing in Kerry
I plan for lunchtime.
Exhilerating!
....even exilarating
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exhilarating |
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By *ubal1Man
over a year ago
Newry Down |
The section of the previous storm that struck the north east coast of England is now regarded as the worst in sixty years; massive widespread damage and some still without power. Thousands of acres of trees flattened; many old trees uprooted.
Storms are getting worse; this is the reality of climate disruption caused by global warming and sea rise/temperature increase of water.
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By *ubal1Man
over a year ago
Newry Down |
"Why scare peeps what will be will be ffs  "
It is not about scaring people; do not be complacent.
Take in trampolines and garden furniture. Store bins securely. If your house is built on a floodplain, prepare sandbags or flood screens.
Park cars away from old trees. Do not go out when the wind is predicted to be worst. |
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By *willfindyouWoman
over a year ago
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"Why scare peeps what will be will be ffs
It is not about scaring people; do not be complacent.
Take in trampolines and garden furniture. Store bins securely. If your house is built on a floodplain, prepare sandbags or flood screens.
Park cars away from old trees. Do not go out when the wind is predicted to be worst. "
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By *iktikiCouple
over a year ago
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"The section of the previous storm that struck the north east coast of England is now regarded as the worst in sixty years; massive widespread damage and some still without power. Thousands of acres of trees flattened; many old trees uprooted.
Storms are getting worse; this is the reality of climate disruption caused by global warming and sea rise/temperature increase of water.
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Yup but that kinda stuff has been happening since dinosaurs walked the earth… o hang on there? |
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Exercise cautioun, especially those down south and particularly if on high grounds. Storms like this often frighten people especially older people so check in with your folks if they are still around.
Stay safe and if your off work today then its Xmas day dress rehearsal for films and food!!! |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Exercise cautioun, especially those down south and particularly if on high grounds. Storms like this often frighten people especially older people so check in with your folks if they are still around.
Stay safe and if your off work today then its Xmas day dress rehearsal for films and food!!!"
And fab festive photos |
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By *oghunter33Woman
over a year ago
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"Yes and fill a flask in case the power goes so at least you can have a cuppa tea! I love me tea!!!"
Even better fill two flasks if you rely on electricity...
My kettle on the 1940ties solid fuel Rayburn is always on the simmer. It's my future proof heating/cooking system when everything fails or when the data centres eventually suck up all the electricity.
Biscuit with the tae? |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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""Bins are still upright "
Yeah Dublin won't be bad,its the south and south west that's getting the brunt of it. Your bins will be fine  "
I've been staring at the kitchen bin for hours wondering when this thing is gonna actually kick off.
I nearly took my eyes off it when the neighbours cat flew by the window though |
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"Yes and fill a flask in case the power goes so at least you can have a cuppa tea! I love me tea!!!
Even better fill two flasks if you rely on electricity...
My kettle on the 1940ties solid fuel Rayburn is always on the simmer. It's my future proof heating/cooking system when everything fails or when the data centres eventually suck up all the electricity.
Biscuit with the tae? "
All around to DH’s for tea and biscuits |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Yes and fill a flask in case the power goes so at least you can have a cuppa tea! I love me tea!!!
Even better fill two flasks if you rely on electricity...
My kettle on the 1940ties solid fuel Rayburn is always on the simmer. It's my future proof heating/cooking system when everything fails or when the data centres eventually suck up all the electricity.
Biscuit with the tae?
All around to DH’s for tea and biscuits "
Pick me up on your way past  |
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"Yes and fill a flask in case the power goes so at least you can have a cuppa tea! I love me tea!!!
Even better fill two flasks if you rely on electricity...
My kettle on the 1940ties solid fuel Rayburn is always on the simmer. It's my future proof heating/cooking system when everything fails or when the data centres eventually suck up all the electricity.
Biscuit with the tae?
All around to DH’s for tea and biscuits
Pick me up on your way past "
I won’t leave you hanging |
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By *oghunter33Woman
over a year ago
on the hill NordWest of |
"Yes and fill a flask in case the power goes so at least you can have a cuppa tea! I love me tea!!!
Even better fill two flasks if you rely on electricity...
My kettle on the 1940ties solid fuel Rayburn is always on the simmer. It's my future proof heating/cooking system when everything fails or when the data centres eventually suck up all the electricity.
Biscuit with the tae?
All around to DH’s for tea and biscuits
Pick me up on your way past
I won’t leave you hanging "
Careful on the road!
Backdoor is open...  |
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"Yes and fill a flask in case the power goes so at least you can have a cuppa tea! I love me tea!!!
Even better fill two flasks if you rely on electricity...
My kettle on the 1940ties solid fuel Rayburn is always on the simmer. It's my future proof heating/cooking system when everything fails or when the data centres eventually suck up all the electricity.
Biscuit with the tae? "
Yes buscuit defo with the tea, even though many would say I'm sweet enough |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Not a puff yet in Limerick 
Ffs guys have ye peeked out yet I got a very strong breeze up the leg of me trousers earlier "
70s trousers if the puff fitted up the leg !! |
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I do find it funny that many in yellow status counties are scoffing at this storm,when in reality its the southwest that's taking the hit in the main, so yeah status yellow isn't an issue and remember we are about 6 hours into an 18 hour event,it will move around abit. For the status red counties they are getting battered in parts. |
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"I do find it funny that many in yellow status counties are scoffing at this storm,when in reality its the southwest that's taking the hit in the main, so yeah status yellow isn't an issue and remember we are about 6 hours into an 18 hour event,it will move around abit. For the status red counties they are getting battered in parts."
no doubt parts of the country are bad but listening to the radio news for this area last night, made it out to be alot worse then what it is.
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By (user no longer on site)
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"I do find it funny that many in yellow status counties are scoffing at this storm,when in reality its the southwest that's taking the hit in the main, so yeah status yellow isn't an issue and remember we are about 6 hours into an 18 hour event,it will move around abit. For the status red counties they are getting battered in parts."
Yes and it's late afternoon it's expected to get bad here |
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By *og-ManMan
over a year ago
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"Dry and sunny here in Kildare "
Just had a coffee on The Curragh in glorious sunshine but left home in very heavy rain and as dark as night-time
Presume this is eye of the storm till later this afternoon |
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"I do find it funny that many in yellow status counties are scoffing at this storm,when in reality its the southwest that's taking the hit in the main, so yeah status yellow isn't an issue and remember we are about 6 hours into an 18 hour event,it will move around abit. For the status red counties they are getting battered in parts."
Who's scoffing?
It's yellow where I am, but I still wouldn't, say, go cycling.
Things like working on scaffolding are obviously out.
Yes, it's mostly just common sense, but sometimes we need a bit of direction and leadership to save people from taking unnecessary risks. |
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How are we fairing?
This is quite helpful...
https://www.weatherandradar.co.uk/weather-map?center=54.48,-4&zoom=5.04&layer=gr&period=periodPrognose24h
And for those getting thunder too..
https://www.lightningmaps.org/
Stay safe
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Open the doors and let em in..
We can take it ,let it down.
FFs it's only a storm in a tea pot not a Boxing day repeat
Zip up and get on with it..
