Temperatures remain high on Thursday, with the met office releasing another yellow warning that will be in effect until 6pm.

According to the meteorological service, temperatures inland will reach 41C, while in the mountains they will reach 33C, and around 37C on the coast.

Meanwhile, the forestry department has issued a red warning for forest fires, saying that with the high temperature there is danger of one breaking out.

The forestry department also stressed that lighting a fire without permission is prohibited and is punishable with up to 10 years jail time, a €50,000 fine or both.