Storm Franklin causes widespread travel and power disruption
Gusts of almost 80 miles per hour have been recorded in NI
Last updated 21st Feb 2022
The third storm to hit the United Kingdom in a week is causing widespread travel disruption and power cuts.
Storm Franklin has brought a windy start with the Met Office recording gusts of up to 79 mph in parts of Northern Ireland.
A yellow wind warning which covers Northern Ireland, England, Wales, and south-western Scotland is in place until 1pm.
While an amber warning for wind in NI, which means there is a risk to life from flying debris, expired at 7am.
Around 3,000 homes across the country are currently without power.
NIE Networks says it is working to restore power to those customers as quickly as possible.
The PNSI has warned that there is widespread disruption on the roads across the country this morning (Monday) due to Storm Franklin.
Motorists are advised to exercise caution as high winds and rain can make driving conditions difficult.
Northern Ireland was battered by strong winds and heavy rain overnight following the arrival of Storm Franklin - the third storm in a week.
Strong winds during Storm Franklin caused havoc in Ballyclare
The Moyola River at Tobermore burst its banks on Sunday Morning, flooding the Clooney Road and Island Road, making them impassable.
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Strong winds at Seapark outside Holywood in Co. Down, as Storm Franklin moves in across Northern Ireland.
The Moyola River at Tobermore burst its banks on Sunday 20th, flooding the Clooney Road and Island Road.
Fields around Tobermory were left completely flooded.
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