Latest News & Updates - Cork - Ireland 8:12 am - 27/01/26
Severe Gales and Coastal Flooding Risk
Storm Chandra has arrived. A Status Yellow wind warning is in effect for Cork until 11pm. Met Éireann warns of fallen trees and hazardous travel. Coastal areas face "Storm Force 10" gales and wave overtopping this afternoon.
William Buckley Wins MOTM in 14-Point Rout
The Ben O'Connor era began in style as debutant William Buckley notched 1-04 to claim Man of the Match in the 3-25 to 1-17 victory over Waterford. Sherlock's late frees also secured the football double in Cavan.
St. Patrick’s St Shopfront Grants Launched
Cork City Council has opened the 2026 Façade Improvement Grant. Business owners on "Pana" can now apply for up to €10,000 to refurbish, paint, and replace traditional shopfronts.
*Cross River Ferry suspended due to weather.
- Crime: Man in 30s in court over €660k drug seizure.
- Housing: 500+ vacant Cork homes back in use via grants.
- Mallow: Pool €5.2m refit remains on track for June.
Roamin' with Cronin
Fundraising for the 12,500km cycle to Everest hits 51%.
STATUS: 51% FUNDEDStatus Yellow Warning: Storm Chandra Hits Cork with Gale Force Winds
Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow wind warning for Cork valid until 11pm tonight. Storm Chandra is expected to bring damaging gusts, with "Storm Force 10" gales forecast for the coast. Motorists are warned of fallen trees and debris, while high tides may lead to wave overtopping in coastal towns.
A perfect weekend for Cork GAA. The hurlers dismantled Waterford by 14 points (3-25 to 1-17) in front of 20,000+ fans, while Steven Sherlock’s late winner secured a 0-24 to 2-17 victory for the footballers in Cavan.
Applications are now live for the 2026 Façade Improvement Grant. Property owners on St. Patrick's Street can access up to €10,000 for painting and restoration to help "re-color" the city's main street.
- Crime: Man in 30s in court over €660k city drug seizure.
- Jacob’s Island: Plans lodged for 550+ new homes.
- CUH: Staffing issues keep chemo 'cold cap' machines idle.
- Mallow: Pool €5.2m refit set for June 2026 completion.
Cross River Ferry service is currently suspended due to high winds. Reports of debris on the N25 Lakeview and heavy surface water on the R639 Glanmire.
Current: 10°C | High Winds
Tuesday Outlook: Storm Chandra making landfall. Very windy today with widespread gales. Persistent rain will clear to squally showers by midday. Highs of 11°C. Tonight: Winds remaining strong with frequent heavy showers. Risk of localized flooding in coastal areas as gusts continue. Lows of 6°C.