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Hot Sunday Turns Stormy as Thunderstorms Target Munster This Afternoon
Cork should prepare for a dramatic weather shift today as scorching temperatures reaching 30°C give way to heavy thunderstorms moving across Munster from the southwest this afternoon. Met Éireann has forecast the hottest day of the weekend will take a stormy turn, with showery rain and potential thunderstorms developing across the province during the afternoon…
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Uncomfortably Warm Night Ahead as Temperatures Stay Above 15°C
Cork faces another sticky night as Met Éireann’s Status Yellow high temperature warning remains in effect until 06:00 on Sunday morning, with temperatures expected to stay above 15°C throughout the night. After a day that saw temperatures exceed 27°C across the county, many are now preparing for what could be an uncomfortable night’s sleep. The…
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Cahirmee Horse Fair Date Confirmed: Monday 14 July
Image: Towel401 (via Wikipedia) – CC BY-SA 4.0 Organisers have moved to clarify confusion surrounding this year’s historic Cahirmee Horse Fair in Buttevant, confirming the event will take place on Monday, 14 July 2025, not Saturday 12 July as has been mistakenly circulated on social media. The centuries-old fair, which traditionally falls on 12 July each…
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From Ancient Lake to Urban Oasis: The Story of The Lough Road
Image: Ear-phone (via Wikipedia) – CC BY-SA 4.0 Cork’s historic lakeside thoroughfare blends centuries of folklore with modern community spirit, from medieval fishing rights to contemporary coffee culture The Lough Road tells Cork’s story in miniature. This unassuming street, skirting a spring-fed lake on the city’s south side, has witnessed over three centuries of documented history…
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Popular West Cork Beaches Hit Capacity as Sun-Seekers Flock to Coast
Gardaí advise beachgoers to seek alternative coastal spots as Warren and Inchydoney car parks reach full capacity Two of West Cork’s most popular beaches have reached capacity this afternoon, with Gardaí advising sun-seekers to explore alternative coastal destinations along what they’re calling the “Costa del Cork”. Warren Beach near Rosscarbery and Inchydoney Beach near Clonakilty…
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Driver’s DIY Insurance Disc Fails to Impress Gardaí in North Cork
Gardaí have seized a vehicle in the Charleville area after discovering what they described as documentation created with “artistic effort in both pencil & Crayon.” The driver will face charges in court following the incident in North Cork. Gardaí shared details of the case on social media, noting the creative materials used in the…
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Emergency Services Urge Considerate Parking as Ireland Experiences Hottest Day of Year
With temperatures soaring across Ireland today, emergency services are reminding beachgoers and park visitors to park responsibly to ensure rapid emergency response access to popular outdoor locations. As Cork’s beaches, parks and recreational areas experience unprecedented crowds seeking relief from the heat, emergency services across Ireland face increased challenges accessing incident locations due to inconsiderate…
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Rare Condition Red Fire Warning Issued as Hot Weekend Threatens Irish Countryside
The Department of Agriculture has issued a Condition Red forest fire warning for this weekend, marking the highest level of fire danger alert and a rare occurrence in Ireland. The warning, which came into effect at 3:00 PM yesterday and remains active until 12:00 PM on Monday, 14th July, comes as hot and dry weather…
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Irish Summer Travel Safety Warning as Consular Cases Jump 11%
The Tánaiste has issued urgent travel safety advice for Irish citizens heading abroad this summer, as the Department of Foreign Affairs reports an 11% spike in consular assistance cases during the first six months of 2025. Simon Harris TD, Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, has launched a renewed “Make the Right Memories”…
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Cork Set for Hottest Day of 2025 Before Wet Weather Returns
Saturday brings scorching sunshine with temperatures soaring to potentially 31-32°C across Ireland, marking what could be the hottest day of the year so far. However, Met Éireann warns that this weekend’s glorious weather will be short-lived, with unsettled conditions and heavy rain set to sweep in from Sunday afternoon. Today’s forecast promises wall-to-wall sunshine across…