Severe rainfall warning issued for Waterford by Met Éireann

An orange severe weather alert for heavy rainfall has been issued for Waterford. 

According to Met Éireann, the alert will be in place from today at approximately 3pm until later this evening at 9pm. 

Drivers in particular are being warned to expect surface flooding as well as poor driving conditions. 

The alert also reportedly affects Carlow, Kilkenny, Wexford and Wicklow. 

A small craft warning is also in place from Carnsore Point to Dungarvan to Mizen Head. 

Southernly winds are expected to veer northerly and will reach force 6 or higher at times on Irish coasts up until tomorrow (Thursday March 10) at midnight. 

Howth Head to Carnsore Point to Roche's Point will be affected, according to Met Éireann.