Travel disruption and treacherous conditions possible in new updated weather warning for Limerick

MET Eireann has updated a Status Yellow low temperature / ice warning for Ireland this Sunday.

It is now in place until noon on Friday, December 16.

A spokesperson said it will be remaining very cold through the week with widespread sharp to severe frosts and icy stretches.

Some showers of hail, sleet and snow will occur, mainly near coasts. Accumulations at lower levels are expected to remain low.

Freezing fog will occur at times, with winds remaining light over land.

Possible impacts include:

Treacherous conditions on paths and roads

Travel disruption

Potential supply disruption

Potential for burst water pipes and damage to engines

Increased risks to vulnerable members of the community

Animal welfare issues

Slack winds over land leading to reduced wind power generation

Meanwhile, a Status Orange low temperature / ice warning for Ireland comes into force this Sunday afternoon.

Met Eireann says a severe frost and further icy stretches will set in, accompanied by patches of freezing fog. Temperatures likely to fall below -5 degrees in many areas.

The Status Orange warning is in place until noon on Monday.