The storm will hit Ireland tomorrow morning. 

Any overnight mist or foggy patches are expected to lift later this morning.

Dangerous travelling conditions are being reported with many rural roads and footpaths resembling ice rinks while freezing fog is lingering across the day.

It comes as thousands have been impacted by the storm locally, with strong gusts of wind posing a risk to lives across the region.

Met Éireann warns that Storm Ashley will bring very strong to gale force and gusty south to southwest winds, coupled with high spring tides.

Lough Key Forest Park in Boyle and Rossmore Forest Park in Monaghan town are likely to be busy.

A status yellow rain warning has been issued for Roscommon, Longford and Westmeath.

West Roscommon is particularly badly affected, with significant outages in Ballaghaderreen, Lisacul and Carrowbehy.