Motorists warned as heavy rainfall expected

AA Roadwatch is advising drivers to take extra care on the roads as heavy rainfall is expected later.

Up to 40mm of rain is due to fall over the next 24 hours, according to forecasts from Met Éireann.

Gale force winds are also expected to batter parts of the country and there have been warnings of local flooding.

The Irish Coastguard is also warning people to stay away from shorelines.