What is a red weather warning and how do I prepare for Storm Éowyn?

The entire country will be under a status red wind warning at various stages on Friday in what is expected to one of the strongest storms to hit Ireland in years

Storm Éowyn is set to sweep the country overnight, bringing with it destructive gusts in excess of 130km/h in some parts of the country.

Ireland is bracing itself for what could potentially be among the most severe storms that the country has seen on Friday.

Storm Éowyn is set to sweep the country overnight, bringing with it destructive gusts in excess of 130km/h in some parts of the country.