Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow wind warning for Donegal, effective at 3:30pm. The warning also covers parts of Galway and Mayo. The alert indicates winds are expected to reach up to 80 km/h.

The warning comes as a last-minute update, with conditions worsening rapidly. Local authorities have been advised to prepare for potential disruptions. No immediate danger to life is reported, but travel and outdoor activities are advised to be cautious.

The warning follows a pattern of increased wind activity in the region. Similar alerts have been issued in recent days due to changing weather patterns. Meteorologists note that the wind is likely to last through the evening. The situation remains under close monitoring.