The Manx Government has issued a travel warning advising people not to travel between 8pm and midnight tonight. (Sunday 21 Jan)
Storm Isha is battering the British Isles with winds strengthening from gale to storm force and gusts of up to 80 mph expected.
An amber weather warning is in place, meaning there is likely to be travel disruption, damage to property and the risk of injury.
Coastal Overtopping
Severe gale force south to southwest winds will create large waves, leading to coastal overtopping at high tide around 8:20pm.
This will see moderate overtopping of waves and a risk of significant debris around some exposed coastal roads and promenades.
Areas affected include Shore Road (Rushen), Castletown Promenade, the northern end of Douglas Promenade, and to a lesser extent Laxey and Ramsey promenades.
Heavy rain is also expected for short periods, meaning a slight risk of localised flooding.
Air & Sea
Flights to and from the Isle of Man have been cancelled this evening as have Isle of Man Steam Packet sailings, including the overnight sailing from Heysham to Douglas.
Roads
The Mountain Road is currently closed. The National Sports Centre and the Villa Marina and its grounds will close at 7pm.
Buses
Bus Vannin is continuing to operate its services.
Anyone who needs to report a risk to public safety should dial 999.
To report non-emergency road issues, Highway Services can be contacted on 672000.
Tomorrow
Wind speeds are expected to drop overnight but those traveling on Monday morning, should take extra care as there will be debris and standing water on roads, pavements and footpaths
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