It comes as Northern Ireland was hit hard by Storm Chandra this week
A new warning for heavy rain has been issued for Northern Ireland with two counties to face the wettest conditions.
Spells of heavy rain are expected across the region, with the Met Office issuing a yellow weather warning which will be in place between midnight and 6pm on Friday, January 30. Many areas are expected to see 10-25mm of rainfall, with 40-60mm likely over some hills.
The new alert comes as Northern Ireland was hit hard by Storm Chandra on Tuesday, with strong winds causing disruption with flights being cancelled and roads closed due to flooding and fallen trees. More than 300 schools closed their doors amid amber and yellow weather warnings while thousands of people were without power.
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A spokesperson for the Met Office said: “Spells of heavy rain will move over Northern Ireland during Thursday night and Friday. While the wettest conditions are likely over Antrim and Down, there is potential for many areas to see 10-25 mm build up, with 40-60 mm over some hills. Rain will be accompanied by strong southeasterly winds, especially Thursday night and early Friday.”
Providing further detail on what can be expected, the weather forecaster added:
- Spray and flooding could lead to difficult driving conditions and some road closures
- Bus and train services affected with journey times taking longer with some cancellations possible
- There is a small chance that homes and businesses could be flooded, causing damage to some buildings
- There is a small chance that some communities will become cut off by flooded roads
- There is a slight chance of power cuts and loss of other services to some homes and businesses
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