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Orlaith Clinton

Northern Ireland weather warning issued by Met Office

The Met Office says a weather warning is likely to cause disruption to parts of Northern Ireland on Monday.

An alert for heavy rain and winds, is in place from 6pm this evening through to midnight. The yellow warning covers coastal areas in Co Down, including Downpatrick, Newcastle and Donaghadee.

Issuing the alert this morning, a spokesperson for the Met Office said: "A short period of very heavy rain and squally winds likely to cause some disruption [tonight].

Read more: NI weather forecast for week ahead as milder temperatures expected

"Some delays to road, rail, air and ferry transport are likely. Bus and train services will probably be affected with journey times taking longer.

"Spray and temporary flooding on roads will probably make journey times longer. Delays for high-sided vehicles on exposed routes and bridges are likely. Some short term loss of power and other services is possible."

Looking at the weather forecast for the week ahead, the Met Office are predicting milder temperatures and strengthening winds for Northern Ireland.

As is expected at this time of year, much of the week will see a mixed bag of weather conditions, with sunny intervals and rain showers in the forecast.

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