Thunderstorm warning in place for Roscommon

A weather warning for thunderstorms in county Roscommon came into effect this afternoon (Monday), and will remain in place until 9pm tonight.

The yellow-level warning for the county was issued due to the potential for heavy downpours with thunderstorms and hail.

Met Éireann said there was potential for spot flooding, difficult travelling conditions and poor visibility over the coming hours.

The yellow-level warning was issued for Roscommon, Galway, Longford, Cavan, Fermanagh, Tyrone and Derry.

A more severe, orange-level, thunderstorm warning is in effect for Donegal, Leitrim, Mayo and Sligo.