A yellow weather warning is in force throughout Northern Ireland until midnight as Storm Ashley arrives.

The Met Office says there is the potential for a ‘danger to life’ threat while the public have also been warned only to travel if absolutely necessary.

Follow along on our live blog for updates:

11 minutes ago
Gareth Hanna

What time does the weather warning end?

The warning stretches right through to midnight, with Storm Ashley coming up from the south. Winds are due to strengthen around an expected afternoon peak when gusts could reach 65mph.
13 minutes ago
Gareth Hanna

Only travel if absolutely necessary

With reports of fallen trees also arriving, the public have been warned to travel with extreme care today, and only if absolutely necessary.
14 minutes ago
Gareth Hanna

Flooding in Co Down

There is already a report of flooding on the Shore Road outside Killyleagh, with the road impassable.
15 minutes ago
Gareth Hanna

Yellow weather warning in force

A Met Office yellow weather warning for wind is in force across NI.
The warning includes a risk that injuries and danger to life could occur from large waves and beach material being thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads and properties.
There is also the risk of power cuts and damage to roof tiles.