Thunderstorms and possible hail incoming as Yellow wind warnings take effect in four counties

STATUS YELLOW WIND warnings came into effect in Donegal, Mayo, Antrim and Derry in the early hours of Tuesday morning. 

Forecasters have warned of very strong, gusty southwesterly winds and potential impacts including difficult driving conditions, large coastal waves and fallen trees. 

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Met Éireann’s warning for Donegal and Mayo took effect at midnight and will expire at midday, while the UK Met Office warnings for Antrim and Derry kicked in at 3am and will end at 9pm.

Overall, today will be cool and blustery with widespread heavy showers and isolated thunderstorms, Met Éireann said. The forecaster also said some hail was possible. 

The highest temperatures today are expected to range from 9 to 12 degrees.