It forecasts persistent heavy rain leading to flooding and transport disruption, while a yellow warning covers the rest of Northern Ireland until 12pm. Rail services between Dublin and Belfast were cancelled on Tuesday morning due to flooding between Portadown and Newry. Irish Rail and Translink said the line was closed until further notice, with bus services in place between Belfast and Newry. A separate rain warning for Co Kerry will be in place for 24 hours from 12pm on Tuesday. Photo: PAOn Wednesday and Thursday, Storm Ciarán is set to bring more heavy rain and strong winds, with Munster and Leinster set to be among areas worst affected.

Source: The Herald October 31, 2023 08:35 UTC