Met Eireann has urged road users to stay vigilant this morning as Storm Debi rages across Dublin.
A Red weather wind warning came into effect for Dublin and surrounding counties at 5am this morning. Severe gusts will likely wreak havoc across the morning.
Schools and other recreational facilities have been ordered to shut until 10am as a result of the disruption. Similarly, Dublin Bus confirmed that no services will operate this morning until the 10am window is reached out of an abundance of caution.
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Met Eireann has warned people of a potential 'danger to life' due to perilous conditions. Significant power outages and fallen trees could pose a huge threat during this weather event.
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Luas Red Line operating as normal
The Luas Red Line is now delay free following Storm Debi. The Green Line remains partially obstructed by a collapsed tree.
Disruption on the Luas Green Line due to fallen tree
Storm Debi continues on north easterly track over the country
The turbulent weather has hugely subsided in Dublin after a blustery morning. Storm Debi is now largely confined to Ulster.
Irish Rail lifts speed restrictions
The 80 km/h speed limit on the Irish Rail network has been lifted in the aftermath of Storm Debi.
Three inbound flights diverted from Dublin Airport
Dublin Airport confirmed that three inbound flights were diverted from the airport as of 11am. The storm also caused minor delays to outbound flights. The airport continues to operate as normal despite today's disruption.
Further disruption to Luas Green Line due to felled tree
Luas staff confirmed they are turning off the power between St Stephen's Green and Balally to clear fallen trees from the track at Beechwood. This must also be completed to ensure overhead lines are not damaged. It will take approximately three hours to complete.
An Post warns of delivery delays following Storm Debi
An Post has said Storm Debi will affect the delivery of letters and parcels today following power outages and hazards on the roads. A postwoman was taken to hospital in Co Limerick after being hit by flying debris while at work. Her injuries are not believed to be serious.
Luas Green Line trams disrupted
They said: Green Line passengers, In order to remove the tree blocking the tracks at Beechwood and to ensure the overhead lines are not damaged, we must turn off the power between St. Stephen’s Green to Balally. It is estimated that this will take three hours to complete.
Some Green Line services resume after Storm Debi
Geen Line services are now operating between St. Stephens Green and Broombridge and between Brides Glen and Balally. Luas tickets are valid on Dublin Bus for the duration of the disruption.
Status Yellow warning for wind and rain remains in effect
While Storm Debi is gradually easing, a Status Yellow warning for wind and rain remains in place until 3pm.
Luas warns passengers of signal faults and debris on the line as services resume
Both Green and Red Line services are expected to resume shortly. However, a signal fault is expected on the Red Line while debris is obstructing the Green Line at Beechwood. Expect delays.
All weather warnings now at Status Yellow
Met Eireann confirmed that all weather warnings in Ireland have moved to Status Yellow. The risk of localised flooding, hazardous travel conditions and fallen trees remains high.
Over a thousand without power in Loughshinny
ESB has reported a similar outage in Loughshinny, Co Dublin. 1350 people have been left without power due to the outage.
185 people left without power in Inchicore
ESB reports a power outage in Inchicore as Storm Debi causes chaos. 185 customers are affected, with power not expected to resume until 6pm.
Bus Eireann confirms services will resume after 11am
Bus Eireann suspended services between 5am and 11am this morning due to the treacherous weather event. It is expected services will resume on a phased basis at 11am this morning. Expect delays.
Irish Rail cancels two services due to dismal weather
The 7:50 Connolly/Drogheda and the 9:00 Drogheda/Connolly have both been cancelled due to Storm Debi.
Trinity, UCD and TUD issue updates on opening times amid Storm Debi
Both Trinity and UCD confirmed on Twitter lectures have been suspended until 11am. TUD campuses are expected to open once the red weather warning expires at 9am.
Hundreds faced with power outage in North Co Dublin
According to ESB, 221 customers are without power in Lusk following an outage this morning.
DCU cancels all lectures until 12pm amid Storm Debi fallout
DCU has scrapped all morning lectures due to the significant traffic disruption posed by Storm Debi. Classes will resume at midday.
Irish Rail continues to operate but with speed restrictions in place
Unlike other transport providers, Irish Rail services are operating this morning. However, speed restrictions of 50mph/80kph are in place across the entire network as a safety precaution. Delays should be expected as a result.
National Transport Authority confirms 'severe' disruption to public transport
Dublin Bus, Go-Ahead and Luas services are not expected to operate until at least 10am this morning.
Storm Debi cancels 4 inbound and 4 outbound flights at Dublin Airport
The airport remains 'open and operational' despite the dismal forecast. The affected flights involve Dublin-Amsterdam and Dublin-London. Passengers are advised to contact their airline for updates.
