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Fierce Winds Halt Isle of Man Ferries
20 Jan
Summary
- Two ferry sailings between Isle of Man and Lancashire were canceled on Tuesday.
- Winds up to 45 mph were expected to hit the island in the afternoon.
- Coastal overtopping risk exists around midday high tide.
Ferry services between the Isle of Man and Lancashire faced significant disruption on Tuesday due to severe weather conditions. Strong winds, expected to reach up to 45 mph, led to the cancellation of two key sailings. The 13:45 GMT crossing from Heysham to Douglas and the subsequent 19:15 sailing were called off by the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company.
This disruption occurred as the Ronaldsway Met Office issued warnings for the island. Residents were advised of the strong gusts anticipated throughout the afternoon. The adverse weather also brought concerns about the safety of coastal areas.
In addition to the high winds, forecasters warned of a heightened risk of coastal overtopping. This phenomenon was expected to occur around midday, coinciding with the day's high tide, posing further challenges for coastal communities and infrastructure.
