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Severe gales expected today

A yellow weather warning is in place until 11pm tonight. 

Forecasters at Ronaldsway say some trees may be down and there could be travel disruptions today (22 December).

It's as a yellow weather warning for severe gales is in place until 11pm tonight. 

Gusts of between 50-60 mph are expected. 

There's also a warning for ice and wintry showers in place until 11am. 

Meanwhile, Steam Packet sailings are scheduled to go ahead but at a later time.

The Manxman's 7am journey from Douglas to Belfast and it's return at 1.15pm will now leave at 6pm and 1am on Monday (23 December).

It's due to forecast adverse weather. 

Passengers are asked to check in by 5.15pm and 12.15am respectively. 

AIRPORT

Ronaldsway says there may be a risk of travel disruption today.

"Strong winds are expected, especially late morning to afternoon, potentially affecting flights."

Passengers are asked to check with their respective airlines for updates and allow extra travel time.

 

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