The public are being urged to be extremely careful as Storm Lorenzo is set to batter Ireland later this evening.
Gusts up to 130km/h are expected as the ferocious cyclone arrives on Irish shores.
A number of weather warnings have been issued nationwide as heavy rain and high winds are set to fell trees and lash the coastline.
The Health and Safety Authority is asking the public and workers to pay particular attention to the dangers of the fallen debris.
While several State bodies are advising everyone to exercise caution over the next few days, Irish people - as usual have been taking to social media making light hearted fun about the incoming storm.
Here's a selection of the best tweets from Irish Twitter users.
