Storm Éowyn: Major incident declared due to number of fallen trees

Violent storm force winds causing widespread disruption

UPDATE 1:30PM: Although the red weather warning is due to move to amber from around 2pm, the major incident will remain in place as there are still around 30 roads currently blocked by trees. This will be reviewed at 3pm.

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Government has declared a major incident due to the number of trees down around the Island and the impact it's having across arterial and access routes for emergency services.

People are urged to stay at home, and not to travel unless absolutely necessary while this is resolved.

Declaring a major incident means that the demand on services is over and above what services can comfortably manage and additional resource will now be called in to assist where it is safe to do so – redirected from other service areas and external contractors.

Response teams continue to work tirelessly to keep arterial routes clear, but some teams have been withdrawn due to the risk of falling trees in certain areas.

The situation is being constantly reviewed, and updates will be provided in due course.  

"People staying home and staying out of harm's way means we can allow those teams to get on with clearing the roads."

Infrastructure Minister Dr Michelle Haywood has been speaking to Manx Radio: 

You can find more information regarding roads currently closed below: