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The Irish Sun
11-07-2025
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
Is it too hot to work? Workplace heat warning amid calls for legally defined max temperature rules & wage compensation
THERE have been calls for legally defined max temperature rules and protection for employees as the mercury rises to a sweltering 32C this weekend. Met Eireann has placed 14 counties under an 18-hour Status Yellow high temperature warning today and issued the same alert for the entire country tomorrow. Advertisement 3 Temperatures will reach highs of 32C this weekend Credit: 3 Marie Sherlock said employers need to ensure protections are in place for workers Credit: Niall Carson/PA Wire Labour's Health Spokesperson Marie Sherlock warned that workplace heat poses potential A status high temperature alert has been issued today for Carlow, Deputy Sherlock has called for the introduction of legally defined maximum temperature limits for And she warned that workers must not be left out of pocket if their workplace closes early due to the risk posed by extreme weather. Advertisement READ MORE IN NEWS She said: 'Climate change is increasingly exposing workers across the world to occupational heat stress. Ireland is not immune to this. 'While temperatures hitting 30C may feel like a novelty in Ireland, the reality for some workers is far from pleasant — and, in some cases, it may be dangerous. 'These temperatures can be particularly difficult for those working in spaces with poor ventilation or lack of air conditioning and for those working outdoors, they may be in the absence of easily available water and shade.' Deputy Sherlock insisted that rising temperatures are not 'just a short-term summer issue'. Advertisement MOST READ ON THE IRISH SUN Breaking She explained: 'Climate change is altering weather patterns in Ireland. Two dead including child as France smashed by storms with Paris hit with flash floods & 39,000 lightning strikes "We are more likely to see prolonged heatwaves and temperature warnings becoming a regular feature of working life. That must be met with a proper legal response." The Labour TD echoed the European Trade Union Confederation's call for a Directive to establish binding maximum working temperatures, alongside mandatory heat risk assessments. She said: 'Ireland cannot afford to be left behind on this. In Germany, a workplace has a normal maximum temperature of 26C. In Spain, a maximum temperature is set at 27C for work spaces. Advertisement 'We also support clear legal definitions of heat stress, the development of workplace heat management plans in cooperation with trade unions, and increased resourcing of labour inspections to ensure compliance.' Now facing higher summer temperatures due to climate change, she warned that action must be taken to protect workers' health and safety. WAGE COMPENSATION CALL Sherlock continued: 'Critically, employers must be compelled to assess risks based on temperature, humidity, and airflow, and consider vulnerabilities including age, pregnancy, migrant status, and precarious working conditions. 'Government must also explore financial supports such as wage compensation for workers impacted by work stoppages due to heat. That's about basic fairness. Advertisement 'In advance of any legislation being enacted, our appeal is to employers to do the right thing, put protections in place for workers and ensure no worker is out of pocket for workplaces being closed early.' A status yellow high temperature Sherlock added: 'We have the evidence, we have the warnings, and now we need the legislation. 'Maximum temperature limits must be introduced in law for all workplaces. Advertisement 'We need comprehensive legislation to prevent occupational heat stress, ensure fair and safe working conditions, and enforce employer responsibilities — especially for the most vulnerable workers." 3 Labour is calling for maximum temperature limits for all workplaces Credit: Getty
The Irish Sun
07-07-2025
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
Spain 40C ‘severe' heat & thunderstorm warning for Irish tourists as 10 worst-hit holiday spots pinpointed amid heatwave
IRISH holidaymakers heading for Spain are being warned of sizzling temperatures and thunderstorms set to blast the country. Temperatures soared as high as 46.6C across Advertisement 4 Tourists are being warned of sizzling temperatures in parts of Spain Credit: EPA/MORELL 4 Temperatures hit 46C in parts of Europe in recent days Credit: A number of holiday hotspots in Spain's State Meteorological Agency, AEMET, has warnings in place for a number of popular holiday spots including Seville, Alicante, Mallorca, Madrid and Girona. A 'severe high-temperature warning' has been issued for Seville, the Córdoba Countryside, Guadalquivir, Morena and Condada. Weather chiefs at Advertisement READ MORE IN TRAVEL 'Severe damages to people and properties may occur, especially to those vulnerable or in exposed areas.' The mercury is expected to reach a scorching 40C. A 'moderate high-temperature warning' is in place in Valle del Tajo, with temperatures hitting 38C. Meteoalarm said: 'Be aware, keep up to date with the latest weather forecast. Advertisement MOST READ ON THE IRISH SUN 'Moderate damages to people and properties may occur, especially to those vulnerable or in exposed areas. Health chiefs share signs and symptoms for Irish people to look out for after heatwave Thunderstorms with 20mm rain expected to accumulate in one hour are set to hit other areas today. This means that Irish jetsetters hoping to escape to the sun might find themselves disappointed. The thunderstorm alert has been issued for Mallorca, Alicante, Valencia, Tarragona and the Barcelona coastline. Advertisement Jetsetters are advised to take caution in severe weather, especially with the extreme heat, and follow the authority guidelines. Using sunscreen with a factor of 30 or higher is recommended. And ensure to reapply it every two hours and after swimming at the beach or pool. IRELAND HEAT SPELL Meanwhile, a number of weather alerts have been issued for parts of Portugal with temperatures reaching 38C. Advertisement A yellow high-temperature warning has been issued for Sardinia, Italy. In Greece, an 'orange max temperature' alert is in place with a 'yellow high-temperature' warning issued for other areas. Here in Ireland, Cathal Nolan from Ireland's Weather Channel warned people to brace for the "hottest spell of weather since 2022" as Met Eireann confirmed temperatures will skyrocket this week. Advertisement Nolan said warm temperatures will return with isolated light showers in some parts of the country this week, starting from today. 4 Holidaymakers are urged to wear sunscreen Credit: AP Photo/Emilio Morenatti 4 Weather chiefs warned 'severe damages to people and properties may occur' in Spain Credit: EPA/MORELL
The Irish Sun
22-06-2025
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
‘Low pressure in Atlantic will dominate' – Met Eireann warn of ‘cooler' temps and ‘unsettled' conditions in major switch
MET Eireann chiefs have warned low pressure in the Atlantic will begin to dominate Ireland's weather - as 'unsettled' conditions develop this week. There is a chance of 'heavy or thundery downpours' as temperatures plummet. Advertisement 3 More unsettled conditions are on the cards this week Credit: 3 Low pressure will dominate Credit: Getty Images - Getty Met Eireann's Matthew Martin said: 'The weather is going to turn cooler and more unsettled in the coming days as low pressure systems in the Atlantic begin to dominate Ireland's Today will bring a mix of sun and showers with some 'heavy or thundery downpours'. He said: 'It's going to be a generally cloudy start today with showery rain pushing south eastwards over the country. 'A mix of sunny spells and scattered showers will follow for many during the afternoon as the rain clears. Advertisement READ MORE IN NEWS 'But the cloud and rain will be slow to clear from the south east today. 'There is a chance of a few heavier thundery downpours in Ulster towards evening time. 'It will be less warm today with highest temperatures of 15C to 19C in moderate to fresh southwest winds.' Tonight will see 'clearer spells and scattered showers'. Advertisement Most read in Irish News Mathew said: 'The showers will become largely confined to Atlantic coastal counties overnight though. "Lowest temperatures tonight of 9C to 12C.' US Open golf SUSPENDED due to dangerous conditions as players take cover and Oakmont course starts flooding The Advertisement 'Highest temperatures tomorrow of 16 to 21 degrees. Coolest in the north and warmest in the south.' Tuesday will be a cloudy day but it will be drier. Matthew said: 'Then looking further into next week, it will be rather cloudy on Tuesday with a little patchy rain and drizzle about. But rainfall totals are going to be small. 'A few sunny spells will develop from time to time. Advertisement 'Highest temperatures will range from 15C in the north on Tuesday to 22C in the south in moderate westerly winds.' Wednesday will be warm but there will be showers across the country. He said: 'Then Wednesday looks set to be a warm and humid day with bright spells but there will be widespread showers. 'And then a spell of heavier and more persistent rain will spread from the west during the evening on Wednesday. Advertisement 'Highest temperatures on Wednesday of 17C to 22C.' Thursday will be a 'fresh day' with sunny spells and scattered showers. Temperatures will vary between 14C and 17C. 3 There's a chance of thundery downpours mid week Credit: Advertisement
The Irish Sun
01-06-2025
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
Weather warning for 3 counties as Met Eireann pinpoints exact areas set for Bank Holiday Monday ‘heavy rain' washout
MET Eireann has issued a weather warning for three counties with "heavy rain" with "very strong" gusty winds to hit on Bank Holiday Monday. The Advertisement 3 Tomorrow will start mostly dry with sunny spells Credit: 3 A weather warning for three counties has been issued Credit: Getty 3 Heavy rain followed by 'very strong' gusty winds will develop in places Credit: The warning is set to be in place for And the warning will remain in place until 10pm tomorrow night. "Possible impacts: Localised flooding, poor visibility, difficult travelling conditions." Advertisement Read more in News Meteorologist Rebecca Cantwell added: "It's the first day of meteorological "As we continue through the bank holiday weekend, our weather is set to remain fairly unsettled.' Bank Holiday Monday will start "mostly dry with sunny spells" before rain develops in the west in the afternoon. And it will spread eastwards in the evening, turning heavy spot flooding possible Advertisement Most read in Irish News Rebecca continued: 'Bank holiday Monday, it's going to start out dry and sunny so if you can make the most of it before the rain arrives.' Rainfall will 'get heavy at times' with some localised flooding possible. Met Eireann map pinpoints time rain to batter today as June forecast revealed The meteorologist said: 'Through the afternoon and evening the rain will eventually extend to all areas. 'Although the east and south east coasts should stay largely dry for much of the day with the rain only reaching there later in the evening. Advertisement 'It'll turn windy too tomorrow with strong and gusty southwest winds developing and highs of 13C to 17C.' 'UNSETTLED CONDITIONS' She added: 'As we move through the rest of the week the unsettled conditions continue." Tuesday is set to start with a mix of sunny spells and showers. Highs of 12C to 15C in moderate to fresh westerly winds. Advertisement Overnight rain will continue to be heaviest and more frequent in the west and northwest with lows of 7C to 10C. SCATTERED SHOWERS Wednesday will be another day of sunny spells and scattered showers. Highest temperatures of 11C to 15C in moderate to fresh westerly winds. Showers will become largely confined to western and north western coasts overnight with lows of 6C to 10C. Advertisement And showers will continue to spread from the northwest on Thursday. A spell of rain may affect southern counties through the afternoon and evening. Highs of 11C to 15C in light to moderate westerly winds.
The Irish Sun
31-05-2025
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
‘Unsettled start of meteorological summer' warn Met Eireann as best day of bank holiday weekend revealed
MET Eireann have confirmed "unsettled weather' is on the cards for the June bank holiday - as the best day of the weekend is revealed. Punters visiting Bloom on Sunday will get the best of the 3 Visitors at Bloom tomorrow will get the best of the weather this weekend Credit: Fintan Clarke, Creative Coalesce 3 Mixed conditions are on the cards this weekend Credit: Alan O'Reilly from Carlow Weather suggested that 'swirls of sand' reported could be from wildfire smoke in Canada. He said: 'Apart for the smoke from She said: 'Overall it's going to be a fairly unsettled bank holiday weekend and start to the meteorological summer. READ MORE IN NEWS 'Now, there will be some drier spells, especially tomorrow and early on Monday - but they'll generally be punctuated by spells of rain and showers and it is going to turn quite breezy at times too.' Today will see 'outbreaks of rain spreading from the west through the day followed by sunny spells and showers' later on. Aoife said: 'This morning many areas are going to start off dry, but rain in the west will spread across the country through the morning and early afternoon. 'Sunny spells and scattered showers will follow behind later. Quite a breezy day today with moderate to fresh southwest winds and highs of 15C to 20C.' Most read in Irish News Tonight showers will move into the west and northwest and then will gradually spread eastwards overnight. The meteorologist said: 'The rain is going to be heavy for a time in the west and north before it eases and turns patchier towards morning. Var in the french Riviera has undergone torrential downpours and mass flooding claiming multiple lives 'Lows tonight 7C to 11C with moderate westerly winds.' Tomorrow, for the first day of June, will bring sunshine and rain. Aoife said: 'It's going to be the start of meteorological summer and it's shaping up to be the best day of the weekend with a mix of sunny spells and well scattered showers. 'The showers are going to be most frequent over the northern half of the country with the best of any sunshine further south. 'Highest tomorrow, 13C to 18C in moderate to fresh westerly winds.' The weather pro explained that the unsettled conditions are 'set to continue next week'. She said: 'Bank Holiday Monday is going to start off dry with sunshine but it's going to turn wet and windy through the day as a band of heavy rain and strong winds spreads from the west.' Rainfall 'will turn heavy in places', bringing 'strong and gusty' winds to the southwest. Aoife added: 'That will clear on Monday night to leave a breezy day on Tuesday with sunny spells and showers and Wednesday is going to be another day of sunny spells and scattered showers.' Highest temperatures on Tuesday will range between 12C to 15C, while Wednesday will fall to 11C to 15C. 3 Swirls of sand have been reported in Ireland Credit:
