Amber weather warning added to NI
The Met Office has upgraded its weather warning for the north and west of Northern Ireland from yellow to amber between 1pm and 8pm, affecting counties Fermanagh, Londonderry, Tyrone and northern parts of County Antrim.
Power cuts are now rated as likely, as is the potential for flying debris causing a “risk to life and injury”.
Travel disruption and damage to buildings are now also considered probable.
Power cuts are now rated as likely, as is the potential for flying debris causing a “risk to life and injury”.
Travel disruption and damage to buildings are now also considered probable.
The Met Office has advised to stay indoors as much as possible today. If you do go out, try not to walk, or shelter, close to buildings and trees.
A yellow weather warning remains in force throughout Northern Ireland until midnight.