04/12/2015

Severe Gale Force Winds Expected Across NI

Prolonged heavy rain and gale force winds are expected to last until the early hours of Sunday morning, according to the Met Office.

Severe gale force winds with gusts of up to 50mph are expected in some places and there is also a high risk of flooding in some areas.

The Met Office has issued a 'Yellow' weather warning across Northern Ireland.

Travel is also expected to be disrupted and police are urging motorists to take extra care on the roads.

(CD/JP)

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