ireland high temperature alert

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Ireland is experiencing extreme weather including its coldest day in 12 years, along with rain clearing and new warnings for gale-force winds and snow.

Ireland is currently facing a period of severe weather conditions marked by the coldest day recorded in 12 years, as temperatures plunge and freezing conditions persist. Meteorological authorities have issued multiple warnings including near gale-force winds associated with ex-Hurricane Humberto set to impact the country. Additional weather alerts cover rainfall clearing in some areas but increasing snowfall in others, affecting at least 10 counties and prompting school updates.