Status Yellow warnings as heavy rain and flooding hit southern counties

After a night of torrential rain, the R587 Dunmanway to Macroom Road flooded at Ardcahan Bridge. Picture: Andy Gibson.

Don't put away your umbrellas just yet as Ireland is set for another week of wet, windy weather.

A status yellow rain alert is in place for Cork and Kerry until 2pm today, and drivers are urged to take care as spot flooding and poor visibility are expected.