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The Met Office has issued an amber warning for thunderstorms in parts of Northern Ireland.

The warning came as parts of the country faced heavy flooding.

The A1 has been heavily flooded while there were dangerous driving conditions on the M1.

Part of Stockman's Lane in South Belfast was flooded while police warning motorists to take extra care.

The Met Office said that an amber thunderstorm warning was in place from 2pm until 5pm on Saturday.

They said people can expect:

Flooding of homes and businesses is likely and could happen quickly, with damage to some buildings from floodwater and lightning strikes.

Where flooding or lightning strikes occur, delays and some cancellations to train and bus services are likely.

Spray and sudden flooding probably leading to difficult driving conditions and some road closures.

Power cuts likely to occur and other services to some homes and businesses could be lost.

A yellow warning for rain is also in place until 7pm on Saturday and from 3am until 3pm on Sunday.

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