For the past few days Dubliners have been wondering if Storm Lorenzo is going to hit the capital.
The storm was supposed to hit this evening but so far it's been a reasonably calm evening across the city.
But that doesn't mean we're going to completely avoid the stormy weather and there is a chance of strong winds leading in to Friday.
According to Met Eireann, Status Orange wind warnings are in place for Galway, Mayo, Clare, Kerry and Limerick and there are Status Yellow rain warnings in place for Rainfall warning for Connacht, Leinster, Cavan, Monaghan and Donegal.
While it looks like we may not be as badly affected as other parts of the country, Fingal County Council issued a warning earlier this evening saying there is still a possibility of gusts of up to 100kmh and a chance of flooding.
The council said: "Met Eireann has issued Status Yellow Wind and Rain Warnings for Fingal. They are forecasting winds of up to 65kmh and gusts of up to 100kmh between 09:00 on Thursday and 06:00 on Friday which could result in some disruptive impacts.
"Spells of heavy rain are forecast between 09:00 on Thursday and 09:00 on Friday which may result in flooding.
"The Council’s focus at the moment is on preventable measures such as checking and clearing gullies and drains while also preparing to deal with flooding, fallen trees and damage to property in the aftermath of the storm.
"The Council plans to deploy all available resources to deal with issues arising from Storm Lorenzo and will try to resolve issues which occur as quickly as possible."
The council urged residents to make sure all garden furniture and flower pots are removed and left indoors tonight.
They added: "Members of the public are advised to stay away from beaches, harbours and coastal walkways and to remain indoors.
"Boat owners are being urged to check moorings and vessels before the weather worsens.
"High tides will occur at 3.18am and 3.44pm on Thursday, and at 4.12am and 4.37pm on Friday.
"The Council, and its specialist consultants RPS, are also monitoring areas where coastal erosion may occur and are liaising with the Fingal Coastal Liaison Group."
