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Met Office Warns of Potential Power Cuts and Travel Disruptions in Northern Ireland
29 Oct
Summary
- Met Office issues yellow weather warning for strong winds and heavy rain
- Gusts up to 70mph expected, with potential for power outages and transport delays
- Residents in Northern Ireland advised to gather essential items like torches and batteries
On October 28, 2025, the Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for Northern Ireland, effective from 1pm on October 29 until 11pm the same day. The forecaster is warning of a "period of strong winds, accompanied by some heavy rain" that "could bring some disruption" to the region.
According to the Met Office, the strong winds are likely to cause delays to road, rail, air, and ferry transport, with those in coastal areas told to expect "spray and/or large waves". The weather warning covers the entirety of Northern Ireland, meaning that residents in counties Antrim, Armagh, Down, Fermanagh, Londonderry, and Tyrone are all impacted.
