The Met Office has issued a new weather warning coming into force in just hours. The yellow warning of wind which comes into place at 12 noon will be enforced until 7pm.
According to the National Weather Agency, a spell of strong and gusty winds bringing potential disruption to transport and infrastructure on Friday. Travel and transport services are expected to face disruption, with delays likely across road, rail, air, and ferry networks. Bus and train services may also be affected, resulting in longer journey times for passengers. High-sided vehicles are particularly at risk of delays on exposed routes and bridges due to adverse conditions.
In addition, there is a possibility of short-term loss of power and other essential services. Coastal routes, sea fronts, and nearby communities are also likely to experience impacts from spray and large waves, adding to the challenges posed by the weather.
The Met Office explained: “A spell of strong southeasterly winds will push from southwest to northeast across Northern Ireland through the afternoon, clearing the north coast this evening. Winds will widely gust 45-55 mph, with gusts to 60 mph possible for exposed coasts of counties Down and Antrim, as well as over and to the lee of high ground elsewhere.
“As well as strong winds, a period of persistent rain will also affect all areas for a time, making for difficult travelling conditions.”
The alert is in place only in Northern Ireland.
