There was flooding on Sunningdale Drive off the Tullybrannigan Road in Newcastle, Co Down, last month. Photo: Declan Roughan / Press Eye
A yellow weather warning has been issued for Northern Ireland, with the Met Office warning that persistent and at times heavy rain could lead to flooding and travel disruption from early Tuesday morning.
The warning, issued on Monday, covers all six counties, Antrim, Armagh, Down, Fermanagh, Londonderry and Tyrone and will remain in effect throughout Tuesday.
Forecasters said between 20mm and 30mm of rainfall is expected over an 18-hour period, with higher ground such as the Mourne Mountains likely to receive more than 40mm.
Heavier bursts could see 10–20mm fall within just a few hours, raising the risk of surface water flooding and hazardous travel conditions.
A Met Office spokesperson said the rain “will arrive across Northern Ireland early on Tuesday morning, with some heavy bursts developing during the afternoon and evening before clearing later in the night”.
The public is being advised to prepare for longer journey times and possible disruption to public transport. Bus and train services could be affected, while motorists are urged to take extra care due to spray and flooding on the roads.
There was flooding on Sunningdale Drive off the Tullybrannigan Road in Newcastle, Co Down, last month. Photo: Declan Roughan / Press Eye
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Some homes and businesses may also experience temporary flooding, and the Met Office has warned that power cuts and interruptions to other services are possible in a few areas.
Stronger winds are also expected along parts of the eastern coast, potentially adding to disruption.
Residents in at-risk areas are being encouraged to check if their properties could be affected by flooding and to prepare an emergency kit including torches, batteries and a mobile phone power pack.
The Met Office has urged people to stay updated on forecasts as weather warnings can change quickly.
