Forecasters have warned of 'heavy and persistent rain' as well as 'strong onshore winds' and 'high tides'
There are fears this could lead to flooding, wave overtopping and difficult travelling conditions.Damp days ahead but better prospects for St. Patrick's Day
The Road Safety Authority has issued some advice for motorists as potentially dangerous travelling conditions are anticipated over the coming 24 hours in Cork and Kerry.Warning issued by Kerry County Council as weather alert comes into effectIssues can be reported at any time to 066 718 3588The 24-hour Orange weather warning is now in force for Cork and Kerry, with road users advised to exercise extra care amid localised flooding and difficult travelling conditions.
It's this deluge, combined with unusually high tides and saturated ground, that is likely to cause flooding in Cork, Kerry and Waterford over the next 24 hours.
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