A Status Yellow low temperature and ice warning is in effect across Ireland until 11 am. The cold snap marks a significant shift from the mild Christmas period, with forecasts predicting temperatures as low as -10C next week. Met Éireann warns of widespread frost, ice, and potentially hazardous traveling conditions, along with the chance of significant snowfall. The National Directorate for Fire and Emergency Management is coordinating with Met Éireann to address the risks as an Arctic air mass brings bitterly cold weather.