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Big freeze continues to disrupt | |
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Snow and freezing temperatures across the Northern Ireland has affected water supplies and transport. | |
Water supplies in south Down have been disrupted because of a problem at the Fofanny Water Treatment Works. | |
Customers in the Mayobridge, Rostrevor, Castlewellan and Newry areas may experience interruption to supplies. | |
Police are also warning motorists to exercise caution whilst driving as the temperatures drop below freezing on Saturday night. | |
They have also reiterated there appeal for people not to venture out onto frozen rivers and lakes. | |
"While playing on the frozen surface may seem like a novelty the risks shouldn't be underestimated," said a police spokesperson. | |
"There is no uniformity in the formation of ice and while it may seem sturdy and able to support weight it can become very thin very quickly. | |
"Frozen rivers and lakes are not playgrounds and members of the public should remember this." | |
Northern Ireland Water also said they were dealing with a number of burst pipes throughout Northern Ireland. | |
During Saturday, air travel at Northern Ireland's three airports experienced delays and Dublin Airport suspended and flight in and out of the airport for a time. | |
Bus services have also been affected by the bad weather. | Bus services have also been affected by the bad weather. |
The latest information can be obtained from the Translink website or by calling 028 9066 6630. | The latest information can be obtained from the Translink website or by calling 028 9066 6630. |