06/08/2021

Belfast Businesses Affected By City Centre Flooding

A number of businesses in Belfast city centre have suffered flooding as a result of sustained heavy rainfall overnight.

According to reports, Berry Street in the city centre has flooded, with a local hair salon becoming flooded.

A Yellow Warning for rain and thunderstorms was issued by the Met Office on Thursday, and remains in place until midnight on Friday.

A new weather warning has been issued for Saturday, with more heavy rainfall and storms expected.

Drivers have also been warned of treacherous driving conditions due to surface water and flooding.


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