Storm Barra in pictures: Strong winds and heavy rain hit Northern Ireland

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Strong winds caused big waves in Whitehead, County Antrim

Here are some striking pictures from the day.

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Storm Barra caused strong waves in Carrickfergus
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The crashing waves also made conditions difficult for drivers
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The festive decorations at Stormont were a casualty of the strong winds
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Conditions were poor in Whitehead, County Antrim
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A splash of colour amid the crashing waves in Whitehead
Car damaged by fallen scaffolding
Strong winds forced scaffolding down and damaged a car in Londonderry
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Umbrellas were out in force as the weather worsened in Belfast city centre
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A wall collapsed at Ballywalter Harbour due to the conditions
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Water lay on some surfaces like the Braniel Road in Belfast