Yellow warning in effect for Cork and Waterford as localised flooding, heavy rain and thunder expected

Met Éireann has said localised flooding, difficult travelling conditions and poor visibility are also possible. File Picture: Chani Anderson

A status yellow warning for rain for Cork and Waterford has come into effect as Met Éireann says heavy rain and thunder are expected.

The warning came into place at 3am on Thursday and will stay in place until 6pm.