'It may be necessary to close roads' warning as multi-agency operation planned during sustained period of rain across province
Multi-agency partners have met as preparations continue ahead of the rain forecast over the coming days for Northern Ireland.
With a Met Office yellow warning for rain valid until 11.59pm on Friday, February 6 and further rain expected over the weekend, the Department for Infrastructure (DfI) says staff from all agencies are on the ground monitoring the situation and will be ready to respond to any impacts.
In a statement, DfI added: “Traffic disruption and some localised flooding is possible, and the public are reminded to take extra care when travelling.
"Given the pre-existing saturated ground, some road flooding is possible especially in the east and south eastern areas and along coastal routes.
"The Department’s roads and rivers teams have been checking drainage infrastructure and staff will be on standby. Monitoring of water levels and tides has been ongoing and will continue in the coming days.”
Regional Community Resilience Groups have also been advised of weather patterns and to make appropriate preparations.
“It may be necessary to close roads or put temporary restrictions in place. Road users are reminded to adhere to road signs and any temporary traffic lights.
"If your journey is essential, reduce your speed, stay well behind the vehicle in front, remain focused and always wear your seatbelt.”
To report incidents of flooding, contact the flooding incident line on 0300.