Northern Ireland Electricity Networks (NIE Networks) has issued warning of a possibility of damage to the electricity network following severe weather forecast for severe gales with gusts of 70mph today, 01 February.

NIW Networks has initiated an escalation plan and has emergency crews, engineers and call handlers on stand-by.

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Julia Carson, NIE Networks Communications Manager, said: "The forecast for Storm Henry is similar to the weather we experienced last Friday, once again focusing on the west, north and north east of the country. If there is any damage to our network from severe weather, we are prepared and in position to get customers back on supply as quickly as humanly possible, consistent with safety, and to keep our customers regularly updated and informed.

"We are particularly keen to stress our regular safety message that on no account should anyone ever approach a broken pole or electricity line. Keep away and report the damage immediately to NIE Networks on 03457 643 643."