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Storm Chandra Brings Flooding And Commuter Delays In Kildare

Tuesday, 27 January 2026 08:25

By Martin Osborne

Met Eireann is warning of fallen trees, flooding and hazardous driving conditions, along with a risk of wave overtopping near the coast.

Winds of up to 119 kilometres an hour are being reported as Storm Chandra makes landfall.

The entire country has been placed under a status yellow weather warning until 1pm tonight.

Met Eireann is warning of fallen trees, flooding and hazardous driving conditions.

Commuters are also facing major delays this morning.

Locally, rail services on the Hazelhatch/Newbridge line are facing delays of up to 20 minutes due to flooding, congestion and speed restrictions.

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