Snow and ice warning issued for five counties with 'wintry showers' likely 

Met Éireann is warning of hail, sleet, and snow in affected areas, as well as icy stretches, and some 'modest accumulations' of snow and sleet, especially on high ground. File picture: Denis Minihane

A status yellow snow and ice warning has been issued for five counties for Wednesday into Thursday, with Met Éireann warning of "wintry showers of hail, sleet and snow" and hazardous travelling conditions.

The warning, which affects Cavan, Donegal, Monaghan, Leitrim, and Sligo, will be in place from midnight on Wednesday until midday on Thursday.