A Status Yellow rain warning comes into effect in Waterford, Cork, and Kerry at 2pm today.

It will remain in place until 9am tomorrow.

Met Éireann is warning of persistent rain which will potentially lead to flooding in places.

Motorists are urged to prepare for some difficult driving conditions in areas.

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