Northern Ireland weather warning ahead of Storm Kathleen's arrival

Forecasters say a spell of very windy weather is on the way, bringing with it the potential for damage and disruption.

Kathleen, the 11th named storm of this storm season, will move towards the UK and Ireland from the southwest bringing unseasonably strong winds to Ireland and western parts of the UK.

A yellow warning is in place from 8am until 10pm on Saturday for all of Northern Ireland.

Deputy Chief Meteorologist Christoph Almond said: “Gusts of 50 mph are expected quite widely on Saturday, while some exposed spots, particularly on the coast, will see 60 to 70 mph gusts with large waves also likely.”

The Met Office is warning of the potential for disruption to travel, infrastructure and of power supplies.

It is also warning the public of possible dangers along coastal areas from large waves and beach material being thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads and properties.