Storm Boelo is bringing strong winds and rain to the Island
Ronaldsway Met Office has issued a new amber weather warning for inner harbour flooding.
Flooding is expected around the time of the high tide tonight (~11pm), with a storm surge in the Irish Sea.
The main areas affected are: -
- Ramsey – West Quay, East Quay, Parliament Street, Dale Street, Shipyard Road and the banks of River Sulby to Gardener's Lane.
- Douglas – The Tongue area.
- The flood defences should also be deployed for the lowest-lying parts of Castletown Harbour (Yellow Warning level).
This follows previous warnings for strong winds and rain. You can find out more here.
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