Latest: Gardai say driving conditions are poor on three major motorways this evening.
They've warned that conditions are extremely poor on the M7, M8 and M9 due to snowfall. Gardaí advise road users to avoid using these stretches of road if possible.
Snowfall has affected routes around Tipperary, Kilkenny, Offaly, Laois, Kildare and Meath this evening. Gardaí advise people to avoid travelling on routes in these areas due to treacherous conditions and multiple incidents.
- Remember...
- It takes longer to stop a vehicle in snow or on icy roads so slow down and allow extra distance between you and the vehicle in front.
- Keep a sharp lookout for pedestrians, cyclists and other vulnerable road users.
- Keep your windows clear of snow during your journey.
- Manoeuvre gently; avoid harsh braking, acceleration or steering as these can induce a skid.
- Use the highest gear possible to reduce the engine revs as this will help avoid wheel spin.
- When travelling downhill, especially through a series of bends, select a low gear as early as possible and allow your speed to reduce using the brake pedal gently.
Earlier (5:35pm): Snow and sleet has caused travel disruption across the country amid a number of weather warnings.
A yellow warning for snow and ice has been issued by Met Eireann for all of Leinster and Co Tipperary. It is in place until 8am on Monday.
There was a similar status of warning for heavy rain in Leinster and Munster during Sunday morning and afternoon as Storm Freya hit southern counties.
The AA urged caution on the roads, particularly on higher ground.
The organisation reported bad driving conditions in counties Kildare, Tipperary and Laois.
“Driving conditions are extremely poor on the M7 and M8 with snow and ice on the road,” it said.
“Snowfall is also affecting visibility. Gardai advise road users to avoid using these stretches of road if possible.”
There were also reports of hazardous conditions in Cork, Kerry and Wicklow.- Press Association
Earlier (11:05am): Snow and ice warning issued for 22 counties
Met Eireann have issued a Status Yellow snow and ice warning for 22 counties.
The forecasters expect today's heavy rain to turn to sleet and snow from around noon today.
They say that Munster, Leinster, Cavan, Monaghan, Galway and Roscommon will see a dusting of snow at lower levels, but much of the snow will be above 200 metres.
However, wet and slushy roads are likely to become icy in places overnight as temperatures drop below freezing.
The warning is valid until 8am tomorrow morning.
It comes as Munster and Leinster experience a Status Yellow Rainfall warning until 6pm this evening. Up to 35mm of rain has been forecast for the area.
