Gale force winds likely as status yellow warning issued for Cork, Kerry and six other counties

It is expected to be strongest along the coast and exposed and higher terrain with rough seas also expected. File Picture: Denis Minihane.

A status yellow wind warning has been issued for Cork, Kerry, and six other counties on Thursday. 

The warning will come into effect for Clare, Donegal, Leitrim, Galway, Mayo and Sligo from 6am until 3pm in the afternoon.