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11/10/2018
Met Office Issues Yellow Weather Warning For NI
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for wind covering Northern Ireland to take affect on Friday, 12 October.
A spell of windy weather is expected which may have the potential to cause some disruption.
The warning is in place from 3am on until midnight.
Possible disruption may include:
• A small chance of injuries and danger to life with the potential for large waves and beach material to be thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads or properties.
• Possible closure of some roads and bridges.
• A slight chance of damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs.
• Road, rail, air and ferry services may be affected, with longer journey times and cancellations possible.
• Chance of power cuts, with the potential to affect other services such as mobile phone coverage.
(JG)
A spell of windy weather is expected which may have the potential to cause some disruption.
The warning is in place from 3am on until midnight.
Possible disruption may include:
• A small chance of injuries and danger to life with the potential for large waves and beach material to be thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads or properties.
• Possible closure of some roads and bridges.
• A slight chance of damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs.
• Road, rail, air and ferry services may be affected, with longer journey times and cancellations possible.
• Chance of power cuts, with the potential to affect other services such as mobile phone coverage.
(JG)
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A showery start with outbreaks most frequent north of Lough Neagh and through the morning, before dwindling during the afternoon as the northwest breezes ease and brighter spells of weak sunshine prosper. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
