Orange rain warnings issued as flooding risk rises across south-east and east

Met Éireann says saturated ground, swollen rivers and high tides could trigger further flooding across eastern and southern counties

Members of Slaney Search and Rescue working in floodwater in Enniscorthy last week. Picture: Niall Carson/PA Wire

Spells of very heavy rain are forecast to hit the south-east and east of Ireland, with Met Éireann issuing status orange and yellow warnings as significant rainfall is expected in areas already affected by flooding in recent days.

Met Éireann has issued two status orange rain warnings for Waterford and Wicklow, both coming into effect at 3am on Thursday and remaining in place for 24 hours.