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Overnight snow leading to dangerous road conditions

Overnight snow leading to dangerous road conditions

Snowfall overnight and a sharp frost have created hazardous conditions on roads and footpaths overnight.

Parts of the west, northwest and midlands have been seeing the most significant accumulations.

A status yellow warning remains in place for all counties until noon.

Met Éireann are forecasting scattered rain, sleet and snow will continue throughout the day, with further accumulations possible.

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Temperatures are expected to reach highs of between just one and four degrees, with some sunny spells in parts.

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AA roadwatch are urging drivers to allow extra time for all essential journeys this morning, tweeting: "Snow and/or ice are affecting roads in most parts of the country", advising caution in all areas.

Drivers are reminded to avoid harsh breaking and acceleration when travelling in slippy conditions.

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