Status Yellow Rain Warning for Waterford
A Status Yellow Rain Warning has been issued by Met Éireann for Waterford, valid from 11.00pm Tuesday 17th February until 11.00pm Wednesday 18th. Spells of heavy rain combined with strong southeasterly winds are expected overnight and through Wednesday. Surface water, localised flooding and difficult travelling conditions are likely at times due to saturated ground. While some wintry precipitation is forecast for the northwest and over higher ground elsewhere, the main impact in Waterford will be persistent rainfall and poor visibility.
Conditions will remain unsettled into Thursday and the weekend, with further rain expected. Temperatures are set to turn milder as winds shift southwesterly, but additional heavy showers remain possible.
Travel & Road Safety
- Do not bypass Road Closed signs. Hidden damage beneath floodwater may pose serious risks.
- Do not drive through floodwater. It may be deeper than you expect. Turn back and use an alternative route.
- Expect surface water, debris and poor visibility.
- Allow extra time for journeys and reduce speed.
- Check with transport operators before travelling.
- Updates on road closures, flooding and community alerts will be shared across Waterford City & County Council channels, and our Mapalerter service..
Water & Coastal Safety
- Stay back from riverbanks, streams and canals as water levels may rise quickly.
- Keep children and pets away from flooded areas.
- Avoid coastal edges, harbours, piers and low-lying promenades during high tide.
- The Irish Coast Guard advice remains: “Stay Back, Stay High, Stay Dry.”
Utilities & Services
- Report fallen electricity wires immediately to ESB Networks Emergency Services on 1800 372 999. Never approach fallen cables. Power restoration updates are available via PowerCheck.ie.
- For water supply issues, contact Uisce Éireann on 1800 278 278 (24/7). Customers can also sign up for free text alerts via www.water.ie.
Stay Informed
- Monitor forecasts over the next 24–36 hours as conditions may change quickly.
- The latest updates are available from Met Éireann at www.met.ie, via their app and on social media (@meteireann).
