Storm Bram batters NI causing power outages and widespread disruption
Niamh Campbell
Yesterday at 22:17
Northern Ireland was battered by Storm Bram on Tuesday, leaving thousands without power, causing road closures, and prompting widespread disruption to transport, schools and events.
The Met Office issued both amber and yellow weather warnings for wind, with the amber alert lasting until 8pm – extended by an hour from its initial 7pm estimated ending.
The yellow warning remained in place until 10pm.
Today’s warnings covered much of Northern Ireland, including counties Antrim, Fermanagh, Londonderry, and Tyrone.
Meteorologists warned that gusts could reach 60-70mph, with coastal areas and higher ground potentially experiencing winds of over 80mph.
By mid-afternoon, the Magilligan weather station in Co Londonderry had recorded the strongest gusts of the day, reaching 59mph at 2pm.
