Met Éireann issues warning of potential flash floods in some areas

Wednesday is set to be cooler than recent days, with some heavy rain showers in places. While the rain may dampen the possibility of wildfires breaking out again, Met Éireann has issued a status yellow rainfall warning with the possibility of flash floods, particularly in the northwest. Yellow is the least of Met Éireann’s three warnings, forecasting weather that, while not unusual, comes with the possibility of localised danger. The national forecaster said blustery overnight conditions will linger early on Wednesday with spells of heavy rain, especially near coasts and on higher ground.Met Éireann said given the dry ground conditions, the rain could result in flash flooding, leading to difficult travelling conditions and potential disruption to outdoor events The yellow weather warning i