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Heavy Rain Triggers Flooding and Road Closures in Derry

Heavy rain has caused flooding in parts of Londonderry, leading to road closures and travel advisories. The City of Derry Jazz Festival and Department for Infrastructure urge attendees and drivers to seek alternative routes.

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Aodhán Roberts A bus drives through a heavily flooded street

Flooding in Londonderry Due to Heavy Rain

Parts of Londonderry have experienced flooding following heavy rainfall. The Foyle Road is currently closed between the Foyleside RBT and Craigavon Bridge Lower Deck due to water accumulation.

Aodhán Roberts The picture shows Foyle Street flooded and firefighters at the top of it
Saturday saw heavy downpours

Weather Conditions and Forecast

Saturday saw heavy, torrential, and thundery downpours across sections of Northern Ireland. These conditions followed a recent period of dry and warm weather, during which temperatures rose significantly above the seasonal average.

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Impact on Local Events and Travel

The City of Derry Jazz Festival has requested attendees to seek alternative routes where possible to avoid the affected areas.

The City of Derry Jazz Festival asked that those attending the event find alternative routes where possible.

The Department for Infrastructure has also advised drivers to consider alternative routes for their journeys to prevent delays and ensure safety.

The Department for Infrastructure has asked that drivers find an alternative route for their journey.
Aodhán Roberts A fire engine with four fire fighters standing in front of it
The fire service attended

This article was sourced from bbc

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