Powerful blizzard causes whiteout conditions in Northern Ireland

Powerful blizzard causes whiteout conditions in Northern Ireland

A severe blizzard hit Northern Ireland on Saturday, February 13, 2021, causing whiteout conditions in most areas. The harsh weather conditions came after the UK experienced its deepest "extreme freeze" in a decade, which brought record cold temperatures….

Northern Ireland under worst drought since 1976

Northern Ireland under worst drought since 1976

Farmers in Northern Ireland are facing the worst drought since 1976. It came after an unusually dry spell and the sunniest spring ever, with records dating back to 1929. Allan Chambers, a member of the UFU's Seeds and Cereals Committee, said the lack of rainfall…

Northern Ireland sets new all time record for strongest September wind gust

Northern Ireland sets new all time record for strongest September wind gust

Northern Ireland has set its new record for strongest September wind gust with 146 km/h (91 mph) measured on September 19, 2018. Storm Ali wreaked havoc across Ireland and UK on September 19 and produced a wind gust of 146 km/h (91 mph) in Killowen in County Down,…