Northern Ireland

Storm Darragh live: Bus and train suspensions and thousands without power due to storm chaos

The Met Office has warned of “potentially damaging” winds that could create the risk of injuries and danger to life

Roads across Northern Ireland are blocked. Pic by Mal McCann.
Roads across Northern Ireland are blocked. Pic by Mal McCann.

Thousands of households in Northern Ireland remain without power due to the effects of Storm Darragh.

An amber weather warning for wind- the second highest alert level from the Met Office- remains in place until 9pm tonight.

Buses and trains are suspended and delayed due to heavy wind and rain overnight.

Roads across Northern Ireland are blocked with flights in and out of the country also subject to cancellations.

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