The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms in Northern Ireland.
This is valid from Thursday and it looks as is the storms will continue into Friday and possibly Saturday.
Driving conditions in some places may be hazardous, but sandbags are available at various locations.
The Met Office has the following advice in the event of thunderstorms:
- Telephone lines can conduct electricity so try to avoid using the landline, unless in an emergency.
- If outside avoid water and find a low-lying open place that is a safe distance from trees, poles or metal objects.
- Avoid activities such as golf, rod fishing or boating on a lake.
- Be aware of metal objects that can conduct or attract lightning, including golf clubs, golf buggies, fishing rods, umbrellas, motorbikes, bicycles, wheelchairs, mobility scooters, pushchairs, wire fencing and rails. If you are in a tent, try to stay away from the metal poles.
- If you find yourself in an exposed location it may be advisable to squat close to the ground, with hands on knees and with head tucked between them. Try to touch as little of the ground with your body as possible, do not lie down on the ground.
- If you feel your hair stand on end, drop to the above position immediately.