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Strong winds and heavy rain are expected to batter parts of Northern Ireland today as Storm Deirdre sweeps in.
The Met Office has issued a Yellow warning which will remain in place until 6 this evening.
#StormDeirdre will bring severe weather this afternoon:
— Met Office (@metoffice) 15 December 2018
Heavy rain
Strong winds
Freezing rain
Snow
Stay #weatheraware pic.twitter.com/CPDsAi7tQx
Motorists are being advised to leave extra time for their journeys and to be aware of fallen trees and debris on the roads.
Electricity network crews are on stand-by to tackle damage caused by the wet and windy conditions.
Drivers please take care when out on the roads today. Strong winds and surface water are making driving conditions hazardous. Make sure your lights are working, slow down and keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front.
— PSNI (@PoliceServiceNI) 15 December 2018
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