Ellen Gough, 28 Dec
MET ÉIREANN have issued a Status Yellow thunderstorm warning for
Limerick in the wake of Storm Gerritt.
The warning has been issued for Limerick, Munster, Donegal and
Connacht.
Scattered thunderstorms are forecast across the west of the country,
with lightning and hail possible too.
A wind and rain warning for Clare, Kerry, Donegal, Galway, Leitrim,
Mayo, Sligo is also in effect from this Thursday morning until 6am
Friday.
There will be strong and gusty southwest to west winds at times.
A combination of spring tides, large waves and strong winds may result
in some coastal flooding, while squally showers may lead to localised
flooding.
Met Eíreann have also warned the public to expect possible power
outages and hazardous travelling conditions.