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05/08/2014
Weather Warning Issued
The UK Met Office has issued a 'yellow' weather warning for Tuesday and Wednesday, as Northern Ireland prepares for further heavy showers across the region.
"Heavy, and perhaps thundery, showers are expected across parts of Northern Ireland on Tuesday," the Met Office said. "The public should be aware of the risk of localised flooding and potential disruption to transport and outdoor events.
"Outbreaks of occasionally heavy rain will cross Northern Ireland overnight, clearing early on Wednesday morning. The public should be aware of the potential for localised minor disruption due to surface water flooding."
Irish forecaster Met Éireann said: "Further showers or longer spells of heavy rain overnight, with a continued risk of thunder. Later in the night the rain will clear away northeastwards, though will linger in eastern parts. Lowest temperatures of 13 or 14 degrees in light southerly or variable breezes."
The Northern Ireland Executive has said the public can contact the flooding incident line on 0300 2000 100. It has also released a list of points to consider when preparing for potential flooding:
• have some sandbags or floodboards or plastic covers prepared to block doorways and airbricks
• know where to turn off your electricity and/ or gas
• move your valuable possessions to safety
• ensure your insurance provides cover against flood damage to property
• keep a list of useful contact numbers such as your local council, emergency services and your insurance company
(IT/CD)
"Heavy, and perhaps thundery, showers are expected across parts of Northern Ireland on Tuesday," the Met Office said. "The public should be aware of the risk of localised flooding and potential disruption to transport and outdoor events.
"Outbreaks of occasionally heavy rain will cross Northern Ireland overnight, clearing early on Wednesday morning. The public should be aware of the potential for localised minor disruption due to surface water flooding."
Irish forecaster Met Éireann said: "Further showers or longer spells of heavy rain overnight, with a continued risk of thunder. Later in the night the rain will clear away northeastwards, though will linger in eastern parts. Lowest temperatures of 13 or 14 degrees in light southerly or variable breezes."
The Northern Ireland Executive has said the public can contact the flooding incident line on 0300 2000 100. It has also released a list of points to consider when preparing for potential flooding:
• have some sandbags or floodboards or plastic covers prepared to block doorways and airbricks
• know where to turn off your electricity and/ or gas
• move your valuable possessions to safety
• ensure your insurance provides cover against flood damage to property
• keep a list of useful contact numbers such as your local council, emergency services and your insurance company
(IT/CD)
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