11/08/2014

Met Éireann Warn Of More Heavy Rain

A warning has been issued for further heavy rain today and tomorrow by Met Éireann.

Torrential rain over the weekend caused flooding in several parts across the country, affecting sporting events and the final day of the Dublin Horse Show.

Met Éireann said that while the worst of the weather is over, some further heavy showers are expected on Monday afternoon and into Tuesday.

Following this condition are said to improve as temperatures rise.

(MH/IT)

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