Thunderstorm warning for Cork and 21 other counties, hazardous driving conditions likely

These areas can expect to be hit with thunderstorms which will be accompanied by frequent lightning, heavy downpours, gusty winds and a chance of hail. Picture: Damien Storan.

Met Éireann has issued a pair fresh thunderstorm warning as the week of unsettled and unpredictable weather continues.

Earlier, a status orange warning thunderstorm and rain warning has been issued for counties Clare, Longford, Westmeath, Cavan, Offaly, Donegal and all of Connacht. The warning came into effect at 3pm and was lifted at 10pm.