14/03/2019

NI Set For Snow This Weekend

Northern Ireland is set for a snowy St. Patrick's Day weekend, with a yellow weather warning in place for Saturday 16 March.

As Storm Gareth settles, a spell of snow will hit the region, with travel disruption anticipated.

The yellow alert will cover most of the day- coming into force at 4am and remaining active until 9pm on Saturday evening.

"There is a small chance of significant travel delays on roads with some stranded vehicles and passengers, along with delayed or cancelled rail and air travel," according to the Met Office.



(JG/CM)

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