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

PacemakerStrong winds caused big waves in Whitehead, County Antrim
Here are some striking pictures from the day.

PacemakerStorm Barra caused strong waves in Carrickfergus

PacemakerThe crashing waves also made conditions difficult for drivers

PacemakerThe festive decorations at Stormont were a casualty of the strong winds

PacemakerConditions were poor in Whitehead, County Antrim

PacemakerA splash of colour amid the crashing waves in Whitehead
Strong winds forced scaffolding down and damaged a car in Londonderry

PacemakerUmbrellas were out in force as the weather worsened in Belfast city centre
A wall collapsed at Ballywalter Harbour due to the conditions

PacemakerWater lay on some surfaces like the Braniel Road in Belfast