10 ways to prepare for ex-hurricane Ophelia BEFORE it hits
Dangerous storm makes landfall in Republic
Last updated 16th Oct 2017
The Met Office is forecasting a spell of potentially very windy, disruptive weather for later today. Forecasters say the storm could pose a threat to life and are asking people not to make any unnecessary journeys.
Ophelia made landfall in the Republic of Ireland this morning and Northern Ireland is expected to feel the full effects of it through this evening.
100,000 homes in Ireland are already without power.
There is a potential of widespread power outages this afternoon in Northern Ireland.
Dozens of flights have been cancelled from Belfast City, Belfast International and Dublin Airport.
The Met Office has updated its 'Amber' warning valid from 1200 to 2300 for damaging gusts of between 70 to 80mph in exposed parts of the country.
That will be followed by a 'Yellow alert' through Monday night and into Tuesday.
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Note that NI..E cannot send engineers out in high winds until it is safe to do so. You can log an electricity fault ONLINE or by calling 03457 643 643.