The North of Ireland is bracing itself for some disruption this weekend as Storm Bert approaches, bringing heavy rain, snow, and strong winds.
The Met Office has issued yellow warnings for all three elements, highlighting the risk of flooding, travel delays and power outages from late Friday night into Saturday.
Rain will move across Northern Ireland overnight on Friday, with snow expected to fall on high ground, especially in the north and west.
Snow accumulations of 5-10cm is possible above 150m, with up to 20cm on mountain tops.
By Saturday morning, snow will quickly melt to rain, with widespread rainfall totals of 20-30mm and up to 60mm on hills, increasing the risk of surface flooding.
A snow and rain warning, external lasts from midnight on Friday until 11:00 GMT on Sunday.
South-easterly winds will strengthen on Saturday, with gusts up to 60mph in many areas and up to 70mph along exposed coasts.
Those winds could cause travel delays, damage to trees, and cause some power outages.
Coastal routes and sea fronts could be hit by large waves, while high-sided vehicles are advised to avoid exposed routes.
A wind warning will be in place, external from 5 am GMT until 7 pm on Saturday.
In the Republic, Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow wind and rain warning from Friday night into Saturday morning across the country.
A second Status Orange warning, external – the second highest level – has been issued for rain for several counties on Saturday morning.
Storm Bert will bring very strong south-easterly winds and widespread heavy rain across the country.
Disruption to travel as well as some localised flooding and fallen trees is expected.
The storm is likely to continue to dominate our weather over the weekend and into next week with further warnings expected to be issued.
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