TOMORROW’S racing at Dundalk has been cancelled due to Storm Eowyn.
The Met Office have issued a red warning due to 90mph winds.
Northern Ireland and Scotland are set to be affected
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The rare warning covers the whole of Northern Ireland between 7am and 2pm – and parts of southern Scotland from 10am to 5pm.
Dundalk Stadium had been set to host horse and greyhound meetings.
But due to the extreme weather conditions, plans have been axed.
They confirmed on social media: “Due to the red storm warning in place for tomorrow.
“The horse meeting and greyhound meeting scheduled for tomorrow 24th January 2025 are now cancelled.
“The Stadium will be closed all day tomorrow. Keep safe.”
Forecasters have warned of flying debris resulting in danger to life.
While driving conditions will be “very dangerous” due to the threat of fallen trees.
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A Met Office spokesperson said peak rush hour wind speeds of 80-90mph are expected across Northern Ireland, with up to 100mph in some exposed locations.
“An extremely windy spell with disruption and potentially damaging winds tomorrow morning,” he said.
The Met Office also said there is some uncertainty in the track of the storm but can confirm there will be be powerful gales.
“A spell of very strong winds is likely, initially southeasterly before turning westerly, with peak gusts of 50-60 mph inland, 60-70 mph around some coasts and hills,” the forecaster added.
“Perhaps up to 80 mph in exposed parts of western Scotland.”
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