Temperatures will reach 24 degrees Celcius in Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon this afternoon.

The extent of injuries is not yet known.

Deputy Claire Kerrane was responding to comments made by Fianna Fáil councillor John Keogh during yesterday's monthly meeting of Roscommon County Council.

Barry Kelly was last seen in Alicante Airport, and has had no contact with his family since Saturday, according to a Facebook post from his sister Colette.

His latest charity cycle is in aid of the 'Help Our Homeless' charity.

It comes after the County Roscommon village saw a ten-year high in reported crime last year.

Ray Conlon, who recently got the all clear after being treated for bowel cancer, has launched a fundraiser for cancer research.

There's been a 40 percent increase in those accessing emergency accommodation nationwide since February.