A status yellow thunderstorm and rainfall warning has been issued for a number of counties across the region.
The areas affected include Roscommon, Longford, Leitrim, Cavan, and Monaghan.
The warning comes into effect from 1 o'clock this afternoon and will remain in place until 8 o'clock this evening.
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Met Éireann are warning motorists of the possibility of spot flooding and poor visibility