Met Éireann warns of possible lightning damage as thunderstorm alert issued for Clare, Kerry, and Limerick

Warm, humid conditions are set to continue, with the hottest day expected Tuesday and potential thunderstorms later in the week

It comes as temperatures are expected to climb as high as 28C on Tuesday afternoon.

Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow thunderstorm warning for Clare, Kerry and Limerick, in effect from 3pm to 9pm on Wednesday.

Forecasters say thunderstorms are possible in parts of the three counties, bringing the risk of localised flooding, lightning damage and hazardous driving conditions.