Thundery showers are expected this week as Met Eireann issue a grim forecast for the week.
While today will start off dry and sunny, heavy rain and thunder is forecast for the afternoon, according to the national forecaster. Strong winds are also expected, however temperatures will remain warm reaching between 17 and 21 degrees.
The rest of the week is likely to be just as bad with tomorrow seeing heavy bursts of rain. Wednesday will also see heavy and thundery showers, along with mist and fog.
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With the possibility of thunder and lightning this week, here is what you need to know:
What to do and not to do in a thunderstorm
- Lightning can cause power surges, unplug any non-essential appliances if not already using a surge protector.
- Seek shelter if possible. When you hear thunder you are already within range of where the next ground flash may occur, lightning can strike as far as 10 miles away from the centre of a storm.
- Telephone lines can conduct electricity so try to avoid using the landline, unless in an emergency
- If outside avoid water and find a low-lying open place that is a safe distance from trees, poles or metal objects
- Avoid activities such as golf, rod fishing or boating on a lake
- Be aware of metal objects that can conduct or attract lightning, including golf clubs, golf buggies, fishing rods, umbrellas, motorbikes, bicycles, wheelchairs, mobility scooters, pushchairs, wire fencing and rails. If you are in a tent, try to stay away from the metal poles
- If you find yourself in an exposed location it may be advisable to squat close to the ground, with hands on knees and with head tucked between them. Try to touch as little of the ground with your body as possible, do not lie down on the ground
Driving in a thunderstorm
The Met Office says: "If you are caught out in thunder and lightning it is advised that you wind up the windows and stay inside your car. This is because in the vast majority of cars with a metal roof and frame, the frame will act as a conductive Faraday cage, passing the current around the passengers inside and on to the ground."
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