00:10 Paige Ingram
50,000 people currently without power
Police in Northern Ireland has urged people to avoid unnecessary travel despite the amber warning being reduced to a yellow weather warning.
The latest statement on the PSNI website reads: ""The storm has already caused significant damage and NIE Networks report around 50,000 customers are currently without power and there has been disruption to travel across the country with hundreds of fallen trees already reported. The rail network has been suspended due to multiple tree falls across the network. Significant work is beginning to restore power and clear roads. This recovery operation will continue into tomorrow.
"As we move out of the Amber phase of Storm Amy (ended at 8pm) we want to remind the public that although winds will begin to ease slightly, a yellow warning remains in place for strong winds across all of Northern Ireland until 23:59 on Saturday, 4th October. A yellow warning for rain is also in place until 12:00 on Saturday. This could cause further disruption and complicate recovery efforts.
"We are continuing to urge road users to exercise extra care and attention when driving as surface water, debris or temporary restrictions are a possibility. Many roads are currently impassable due to fallen trees. Everyone should avoid unnecessary travel but if you must travel take extra care and please reduce your speed.
"NIE Networks has again urged the public to stay well clear of any power lines or damaged electricity equipment they may come across. This should be reported immediately."
[SRC] https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/storm-amy-weather-live-forecast-36006954
