Motorists are being asked to drive with care after heavy rain and high winds lashed the country overnight.
Winds of up to 100km/h hit Belmullet on the west coast last night as combinations of high tides, strong winds and low atmospheric pressure prompted flood precautions in many coastal areas.
Localised flooding, surface water and fallen leaves and branches have made driving conditions difficult. Drivers should slow down, keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front and use dipped headlights.
In Co Louth, there was no access to Ardee via Stoney Lane at the Johns Street junction in Curraghbeg for a number of hours due to flooding. Scotchmans Road in Sligo has re-opened after being flooded between Bundoran Road and Rosses Point Road.
Snow made the Glenshane Pass in Co Derry impassable overnight but it is expected to be cleared later today. Slievegrane Road in Downpatrick, Ardkill Road in Derry and Ardigon Road in Killyleagh are all closed due to flooding.
In Dublin, high tide passed at midnight with no major flooding in low-lying areas. There were some local incidences of water breaching the walls at the wooden bridge leading to the Bull Island in Clontarf and at Marine Road in Sandymount. Care is needed in these areas. Car parks at the seafront will remain closed until tomorrow.
Seven roads in Sandymount will be closed until midday tomorrow. They are: St John’s Road East; Gilford Road; Gilford Avenue; Lea Road; New Grove Avenue; Seafort Avenue; and Marine Drive.
Galway City Council said high winds and high tides are forecast to continue through today and tomorrow. It urged members of the public to exercise caution while walking on beaches, quays and promenades.
Bad weather caused the cancellation of the 14.30 Irish Ferries Swift sailing between Dublin and Holyhead. This morning’s sailing was also cancelled. Affected passengers are asked to contact Irish Ferries on 0818 300 400 or the Dublin Port office on 855 2296.
Met Éireann is predicting further heavy showers today with strong westerly winds which, combined with high tides and low pressure, creates the highest risk time. Dublin will be particularly vulnerable during the early hours of tomorrow.
Sandbags have been placed in low-lying risk areas.