28/04/2016

Snow Hits Several Parts Of NI

Several parts of Northern Ireland have been hit with snow today, 28 April.

Traffic was also moving slowly throughout some areas in NI as motorists took care on the roads.

According to the Met Office, outbreaks of rain are expected throughout the day with hill snow and it is to become windier.

This evening and tonight occasional showers are also expected with strong westerly winds.

Friday is to be a mostly dry and bright day with some sunny spells and moderate winds.

(CD)

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