Storm Bram to be a 'multi-hazard weather event' causing significant damage and flooding

With high tide expected at 8.30am, Cork City Council has warned there is a risk of tidal flooding on low lying quays between 8am and 9am on Tuesday morning. File picture: Larry Cummins

Ireland is braced for the arrival of Storm Bram on Tuesday, which is expected to bring significant damage and disruption as it hits the country.

Met Éireann has issued a host of status orange and yellow warnings for wind and rain to come into force today as the storm develops.