A status yellow low temperature and ice warning will remain in place for the entire country until lunchtime on Friday.

Cork County Council’s Severe Weather Assessment Team met on Thursday night and says its crews will be sent to inspect key high-risk areas.

Met Éireann is warning of very strong onshore winds due to Storm Fergus, coupled with high waves and high tides.

Clare, Galway and Mayo have been issued an orange wind warning for Sunday by Met Éireann. Storm Fergus is set to bring very strong onshore winds, coupled with high waves, high tides and possible localised coastal flooding.