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06/08/2019
Status Yellow Weather Warning For Thunderstorms
A Yellow weather warning for thunderstorms has been issued across Northern Ireland with heavy rain and hail forecast for some areas, with travel delays and difficult driving conditions possible.
There could be flooding and a slight chance of power cuts due to lightning strikes.
What to expect:
• There is a good chance driving conditions will be affected by spray, standing water and/or hail, leading to longer journey times by car and bus
• Delays to train services are possible
• Some short term loss of power and other services is likely
• Probably some damage to a few buildings and structures from lightning strikes.
You should note the following numbers in case of emergency:
• Emergency services – 999 or 112
• Flooding Incident Line – 0300 2000 100
• Northern Ireland Electricity Networks – 03457 643 643
• NI Gas Emergency Service – 0800 002 001
• Northern Ireland Water Waterline – 03457 440 088
• Housing Executive – 03448 920 901
• Report a fallen tree or blocked road - 0300 200 7891.
There could be flooding and a slight chance of power cuts due to lightning strikes.
What to expect:
• There is a good chance driving conditions will be affected by spray, standing water and/or hail, leading to longer journey times by car and bus
• Delays to train services are possible
• Some short term loss of power and other services is likely
• Probably some damage to a few buildings and structures from lightning strikes.
You should note the following numbers in case of emergency:
• Emergency services – 999 or 112
• Flooding Incident Line – 0300 2000 100
• Northern Ireland Electricity Networks – 03457 643 643
• NI Gas Emergency Service – 0800 002 001
• Northern Ireland Water Waterline – 03457 440 088
• Housing Executive – 03448 920 901
• Report a fallen tree or blocked road - 0300 200 7891.
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Attacks on emergency workers rising
Health Minister, Michael McGimpsey, says he will consider introducing legislation to deter attacks on emergency service staff. Outlining the extent of the problem Mr McGimpsey said the number of attack on emergency workers over the past year are still on the rise despite increased publicity and public awareness.
Attacks on emergency workers rising
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Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and 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.
