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Another wind warning for NI as Storm Franklin hits

The amber warning is in place until 1pm on Monday.

Snow fall on Divis and Black Mountain, West Belfast.
Published 20th Feb 2022
Last updated 20th Feb 2022

More wet and windy weather is set to sweep the Northern Ireland today (Sunday) as Storm Franklin hits.

It comes in the wake of Storm Eunice, which caused what providers believe was the biggest national power outage on record.

The Met Office has issued yellow warnings for wind which could cause further power cuts, transport delays and damage to properties.

What to expect

⚠️Some damage to buildings, eg tiles blown from roofs

⚠️Trees or branches could fall

⚠️Road, rail, air and ferry services may be affected, with longer journey times and cancellations possible

⚠️Some roads and bridges may close

⚠️Power cuts are possible

⚠️Dangerr from large waves and beach material being thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads and properties

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