The chairman of Ramsey’s retail body says the clean-up operation will take some time.
Chris Blatcher, who also runs Ramsey Warehouse in the town, believes the flooding damage over the past week has been wide-ranging for a number of businesses in the town.
But he acknowledges it would have been far more significant but for the weather warning:
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Two more weather warnings issued ahead of high tide
Amber warning for coastal overtopping and yellow alert for tidal flooding in Ramsey
Manannan sailings cancelled due to adverse weather
Gale force eight winds expected later
Welbeck Hotel owner 'overwhelmed' by response to closure
'Potential interest' in takeover being explored
Douglas Council wants residents from all backgrounds to stand in by-election
Leader says it's an 'opportunity' for people to give back to community
