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Storm lingered in Atlantic longer than expected and lost energy, Met Éireann says
Orange alert in place for five counties with gusts of up to 130km/h forecast
Torrential rain and gusts of more than 130km/h forecast by Met Éireann
Storm’s lingering effects delay resumption of transport services
Two wind-surfers rescued with ‘extremely severe’ conditions expected around country
Drier spell expected to bring some relief across much of the country over coming days
Rainfall warning removed as water levels in Clonmel stabilise overnight