A rare red weather warning has been issued for parts of the Isle of Man as a spell of severe weather is set to affect the island tonight.
The coastal overtopping warning is in force from 10pm until 1am, with gale or severe gale-force south-southwesterly winds combining with high spring tides to create dangerous conditions around high tide at around 11.30pm.
Significant waves and debris are expected to be thrown onto coastal roads and promenades, affecting Douglas, Ramsey and Laxey promenades, Shore Road in Rushen and Castletown Promenade.
A red warning means “take action” and is only issued when extreme conditions are likely. The warning highlights the potential for widespread damage, travel disruption, interruptions to power and communications, and a risk to life.
Weather Warnings
Three other weather warnings are also in place. An amber warning for inner harbour flooding is in effect tonight, with a storm surge expected to cause flooding in parts of Ramsey, Douglas and the lowest-lying areas of Castletown Harbour.
A yellow warning for coastal overtopping is in force between 9.30am and 12.30pm today, while a separate yellow warning for gale or severe gale-force winds runs from 6pm this evening until 6am on Tuesday, with gusts of 50 to 60mph widely expected and up to 65mph in exposed coastal areas and on higher ground.
The red warning is an upgrade from the amber coastal overtopping warning issued yesterday, with residents urged to avoid affected coastal areas and take any necessary precautions.
