Snow and ice remains a danger on the roads this morning – with road users urged to take extra care.
A status orange warning remains in place for seven counties until this evening.
Up to eight centimetres of snow are expected in some parts today, with widespread icy conditions. Met Eireann have issued a status orange snow and ice warning for Cavan, Monaghan, Donegal, Longford, Leitrim, Mayo and Sligo.
It remains in place until 6 o’clock this evening. Meanwhile, a status yellow ice warning is in effect for the rest of the country.
Road safety chiefs are urging motorists, pedestrians and cyclists to take extra care.
