Weather: NI warned to prepare for gales

A yellow warning for wind will be in place in Northern Ireland from tomorrow (Tuesday) afternoon.

The Met Office said gales of up to 60mph and heavy downpours were due to hit western parts of the UK.

In Northern Ireland the warning comes into effect from 3pm - and will stay for the following 12 hours.

Met Office deputy chief meteorologist Steven Keates said the worst of the wind and rain is expected on Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday.

He said: "There's a distinct possibility of some disruptive wind for parts of the UK, especially in southern and western areas, as well as potential for heavy rainfall and even some snow, though the latter probably confined to high ground in the north.

"Although subject to a large degree of uncertainty, gusts of wind could be in excess of 60mph in some exposed upland or coastal regions, with around 35mm (1.4in) to 50mm (2in) of rain possible for some areas."