Council facilities in Tyrone to close due to incoming storm

COUNCIL facilities across Tyrone will be closed during the upcoming weather alert.

The Met Office weather warning for wind is in place from 2pm on Friday to 12 noon Saturday.

A spokesperson for Fermanagh and Omagh District Council said people are advised not to visit council outdoor facilities, such as recycling centres or outdoor spaces, during the period of the weather warning.

The following Fermanagh and Omagh District Council facilities and open spaces will be closed for public access during the period of the warning:

• Cuilcagh Boardwalk Trail
• Gortin Glens Forest Park (including scenic drive)
• Lough Navar Forest Drive
• Household Recycling Centres (due to risk of flying debris)
• Forthill Park
• Henry Street Dog Park
• Killyfole Walk
• North Fermanagh Valley Park
• Arleston Dog Park
• St Julian’s Park

The council spokesperson said: “There may be some delays in the reopening of these sites to enable safety inspections. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

“Residents should continue to present their bins for collection as normal and should secure any outdoor objects on their property, such as garden furniture and trampolines, which may cause damage during high winds.

“All other council services, buildings and facilities are scheduled to operate as normal during the weather warning.”

Mid Ulster District Council said the following facilities will be closed during the weather warning:

• Dungannon Park, Café and Caravan Park
• Hill of the O’Neill
• OM Dark Sky Park and Observatory

A council spokesperson said: “There is an increased likelihood and risk associated with falling branches and debris. Where practically possible, vehicular access to affected sites during this time will not be available. We will endeavour to reinstate access at any sites affected by the high winds as soon as possible.”

Derry City and Strabane District Council is advising of changes to some services during the weather warning. These are:

– Parks, greenways and play areas will all be closed on Friday and Saturday

– Cemeteries will be closed to the public on Friday and Saturday, except for funerals

– Grass and 3G pitches will all be closed on Friday and Saturday

– All leisure centres will remain open, except Brooke Park Leisure Centre

– Refuse collections will be operating, but expect delays

– Recycling centres will be open but use caution

A council spokesperson said: “We encourage residents and businesses to take necessary precautions. Services will reopen once inspections confirm they are safe.”