The Republic and Northern Ireland saw travel disruption with fallen trees blocking roads and flights and ferries also being affected.
Dublin airport said it is operating normally, but had received a number of flights that had been diverted from Kerry Airport.
In a statement, Irish Ferries said disruption to schedules may be experienced due to adverse weather conditions over the coming days, with passengers advised to check schedules.Fallen trees are being reported across the island, with the roof being blown off a building in Youghal, Co Cork. Storm Agnes, the first named storm of the season, is forecast to bring strong and disruptive winds until Thursday morning.In Northern Ireland the Department for Infrastructure has urged caution from road users in the heavy wind and rain, and warned that strike action may affect the department’s ability to deal with any damage caused.
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