NI weather: Heavy rain brings flooding to some roads
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Heavy rain has brought flooding and disruption to roads in Northern Ireland.
A yellow weather warning was in place for heavy rain through Thursday for counties Antrim, Armagh and Down.
The Met Office had warned that up to 30mm of rain could fall in some places, possibly reaching 60mm or more on high ground.
Police in Lisburn and Castlereagh say they have received numerous reports of flooded roads.
Motorists have been advised to exercise caution at Garron Road, Carnlough, due to flooding in the area.
Earlier, the Shore Road in Newtownabbey was closed also due to the flooding but has since reopened.
Police have said: "If out driving please show some consideration for other road users. Slow down, increase the distance between yourself and the vehicle in front and be prepared for the vehicle in front to brake suddenly."
The rainfall warning came into effect at 10:00 on Thursday and follows a separate weather warning, also for rain, that was in place overnight on Wednesday until 04:00.
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In the Republic of Ireland, weather warnings have been issued for strong winds on Wednesday toward the south and west coasts.
A rainfall warning has also been issued for seven counties on Wednesday, lasting until Thursday afternoon.
The unsettled weather marks the end of a cold snap that has been gripping Northern Ireland over the past week.
Milder conditions can be expected both by day and by night in the coming week.