26/10/2018

Yellow Weather Warning For Ice Issued In NI

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for ice and wintry showers in parts of Northern Ireland this weekend.

The warning has been put in place from 1am on Saturday 27 October and ends at 10am.

The public are being warned to expect icy patches in places, especially on untreated roads, pavements and cycle paths and it may increase the risk of injuries and accidents.

Motorists are also being urged to be aware of black ice.

(JG)

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