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Severe weather still impacting across Northern Ireland Severe weather still impacting across Northern Ireland
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The severe weather conditions are still having an impact across many parts of Northern Ireland.The severe weather conditions are still having an impact across many parts of Northern Ireland.
Search and rescue operations are continuing for livestock missing in remote areas, and a military helicopter will deliver emergency food supplies to stranded animals for a second day.Search and rescue operations are continuing for livestock missing in remote areas, and a military helicopter will deliver emergency food supplies to stranded animals for a second day.
An Irish Army Helicopter is also on stand-by to help, if needed.An Irish Army Helicopter is also on stand-by to help, if needed.
Department of Agriculture advisors have identified the areas where the animals are most at risk.Department of Agriculture advisors have identified the areas where the animals are most at risk.
On Tuesday, a RAF Chinook helicopter made food drops to thousands of animals stranded, mostly in the Glens of Antrim, which has been one of the areas worst affected by the snow.On Tuesday, a RAF Chinook helicopter made food drops to thousands of animals stranded, mostly in the Glens of Antrim, which has been one of the areas worst affected by the snow.
It travelled from its base in Hampshire on Tuesday morning and landed at Aldergrove at about 12:30 GMT.It travelled from its base in Hampshire on Tuesday morning and landed at Aldergrove at about 12:30 GMT.
A member of staff from the Department of Agriculture travelled with the Chinook crew to tell them exactly where to drop the feed.A member of staff from the Department of Agriculture travelled with the Chinook crew to tell them exactly where to drop the feed.
The Irish government has agreed to provide air corps assistance following discussions between the Northern Ireland agriculture minister Michelle O'Neill and the Irish justice minister Alan Shatter.The Irish government has agreed to provide air corps assistance following discussions between the Northern Ireland agriculture minister Michelle O'Neill and the Irish justice minister Alan Shatter.
Those involved in the multi-agency operation have warned hill walkers of snow hazards such as "cornices and avalanche risks" in those areas affected by snow and strong winds. On Tuesday, Ms O'Neill said that she would press for a hardship payment for farmers at an executive meeting.
Immediate practical issues for farmers include the disposal of dead livestock. The agriculture minister said she would also be talking to the banks as farmers affected were not going to be able to have the income they expected.
Medication and food have also been delivered by helicopter to people left snowbound by the severe weather.
'Good neighbours''Good neighbours'
Those involved in the multi-agency operation have warned hill walkers of snow hazards such as "cornices and avalanche risks" in those areas affected by snow and strong winds.
A police spokesperson said the public should consider the potential risks before embarking on any walks in these areas.A police spokesperson said the public should consider the potential risks before embarking on any walks in these areas.
The PSNI has also appealed to members of the public to be "good neighbours" and look out for those who are particularly "isolated, vulnerable or who may need help".The PSNI has also appealed to members of the public to be "good neighbours" and look out for those who are particularly "isolated, vulnerable or who may need help".
On Tuesday, Ms O'Neill said that she would press for a hardship payment for farmers at an executive meeting.
Immediate practical issues for farmers include the disposal of dead livestock. The agriculture minister said she would also be talking to the banks as farmers affected were not going to be able to have the income they expected.
Medication and food have been delivered by helicopter to people left snowbound by the severe weather.
The emergency services, Red Cross, RAF and others worked together to provide basic supplies to people snowed in for days.
Northern Ireland Electricity worked to restore power to more than 137,000 customers over the weekend. Thousands lost their supply due to strong winds and heavy snow.
The organisations working together included the Police Service of Northern Ireland, the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service, mountain rescue teams, Roads Service and Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service.
Representatives from local councils, electricity providers, health providers and volunteers have also been involved.
The after effects of the severe weather has also impacted on sport and leisure activities.The after effects of the severe weather has also impacted on sport and leisure activities.
The Easter Stages Rally, which was due to take place this weekend across Counties Down and Antrim, has been cancelled.The Easter Stages Rally, which was due to take place this weekend across Counties Down and Antrim, has been cancelled.