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.
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HM Coastguard from Scotland rescue person from Rathlin Island during Storm Ashley
The rescue was aided by Ballycastle Coastguard who helped during the severe weather. It’s understood the person was taken to hospital in Belfast from Ballycastle, and their condition is currently unknown.
The Rathlin Island ferry was among several ferry services to suspend travel amidst Storm Ashley.
SDLP MLA diverted to Shannon Airport
Patient airlifted from Rathlin Island
Emergency services at incident in Bangor
Tree blocking road in Newtownards
BBC presenter among passengers stranded at Belfast airport runway
Belfast City Airport ‘working with ground teams’ to help passengers disembark
Some passengers are currently on board aircrafts at the airport and have been told they cannot get off due to the weather conditions.
UPDATE: It is understood passengers have now disembarked several aircraft at Belfast City Airport. One passenger told the Belfast Telegraph they were on the ground for nearly 4 hours due to safety concerns over high winds from Storm Ashley.
80mph winds recorded in South Down
Belfast City Airport cancel and delay several flights
NIE gives update on power outages
Over 4,000 without power across Northern Ireland according Northern Ireland Electricity Network (NIE)
NIE warned of potential power outages due to Storm Ashley and asked the public to check their website or contact them to report any cuts.
Eight power cuts are currently ongoing in the Plantation Road area of Co Armagh, while four have been recorded in the Lisburn area of Co Antrim.
NIE issues advice over power outages
Two roads closed due to fallen trees as Storm Ashley continues to disrupt traffic
The Damolly Road in Newry is currently closed with police advising motorists seek alterative routes.
While the Enniskillen Road, known locally as Mossfield Straight in Co Fermanagh – is also closed due to a fallen tree which is currently resting on electrical cables close to the Baragh Road. Police have asked the public to avoid the area.
Portaferry Road in Co Down closed
Storm Ashley hits Ulster GAA Club Championship finals
Over 40 reports of power cuts across Northern Ireland
Over 40 areas including Lisburn, Newry, Portadown, Magherafelt, and Castlederg have all reported power outages.
Areas such as Ballycastle and Ballintoy have reported multiple in the area.
NIE Network has asked anyone who has a loss of electricity supply or who encounters a hazardous situation to contact its customer helpline at 03457 643 643.
Road closed due to fallen tree
Stormont department warns public not to attend parks or forests during storm
Department for Infrastructure issue updated advice as Storm Ashley hits NI
Remember to reduce your speed, stay well behind the vehicle in front, remain focused and always wear your seatbelt. Traffic information can be found at: TrafficWatchNI – Home . You can report an obstruction at: Report an obstruction on a road or street | nidirect or call the 24-hour number on 0300 200 7899.