Storm Barra makes landfall in the South West

Storm Barra has made landfall on the south-west coast.

Cork and Kerry are under a Status Red Wind Warnings since 6am.

While a red alert for Clare takes effect from four this afternoon.

Alan O'Reilly from Carlow Weather says the storm will affect all areas:

Brian Farrell from the Road Safety Authority says motorists travelling in areas outside the red alert's also need to be careful: