Storm Boelo in Northern Ireland: amber warning and power cuts

Storm Boelo has brought strong winds to Northern Ireland. According to the BBC News NI description of 25 October 2026, thousands of homes and businesses have lost power. We could not retrieve the full BBC article, and we have not confirmed the exact number of customers affected in another source.

Weather warnings

An amber wind warning covers parts of County Antrim and County Londonderry. It is in force until 10:00 GMT on Sunday 25 October 2026. The Met Office updated it because winds are expected to ease earlier in Northern Ireland than in other parts of the UK.

A wider yellow warning covers the whole of Northern Ireland. According to Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council, it runs from 10:00 on Saturday 24 October until noon on Sunday 25 October 2026. The strongest gusts were forecast for Saturday evening and Sunday morning.

What forecasters expect

In the amber warning area, the Met Office forecast gusts of 60–70mph. In exposed coastal locations they could reach 80mph. Met Office Chief Forecaster Jason Kelly said the greatest potential for disruption was in the north of the country. He also said people should prepare for possible disruption, particularly to travel and power supplies.

The government's NI Direct service warns of possible dangers: flying debris, large waves at the coast, travel delays, fallen trees and power cuts.

The Met Office says unsettled weather is expected to continue next week, particularly in the north. A wind warning has already been issued for northern parts of the UK on Tuesday.

What this means for you

People living in Northern Ireland should check the latest travel and power supply updates. NI Direct points to the NIE Networks website, which has a list of areas affected by power cuts and where you can report a power cut or damaged power line. It also advises being prepared in case of a power cut.