Thunderstorms in Ireland

 To mark the thunderstorm activity that hit Dublin on May 8th here are 5 notable thundery spells that have hit Ireland in the past. 

Here are five notable thunderstorms in Ireland's history:

1. The "Night of the Big Wind" - On the night of January 6th, 1839, a severe storm swept across Ireland, causing widespread damage and loss of life. The storm was characterized by extremely high winds, lightning, and thunder.

2. The Dublin thunderstorm of 1902 - On July 21st, 1902, a thunderstorm struck Dublin, causing widespread damage and flooding. The storm dumped around 75 mm (3 inches) of rain in just a few hours.

3. The 1974 Dublin thunderstorm - On August 7th, 1974, a severe thunderstorm hit Dublin, causing extensive flooding in the city center. The storm was characterized by heavy rain, thunder, and lightning.

4. The 2014 August thunderstorm - On August 24th, 2014, a severe thunderstorm struck Ireland, causing widespread power outages and damage to buildings. The storm was characterized by intense lightning strikes, heavy rain, and strong winds.

5. The 2017 Limerick thunderstorm - On August 22nd, 2017, a severe thunderstorm struck Limerick, causing flash flooding in parts of the city. The storm was characterized by heavy rain and thunder.

It's worth noting that there have been many other notable thunderstorms in Ireland's history, and the frequency and severity of thunderstorms can vary widely depending on the season and weather patterns.