Weather warnings for snow and ice in place until midday

There is a Status Yellow weather warnings for snow and ice for the region today.

The Status Yellow snow/ice warning for counties Cavan; Donegal; Leitrim; Monaghan; and Sligo will remain in place until midday.

The national forecaster has said that temperatures will drop below freezing overnight and falls of snow and sleet could lead to some accumulations this morning in areas.

This will result in icy stretches on roads and footpaths and hazardous travelling conditions during this morning.