STORM CIARAN: LIST OF FLOOD WARNINGS IN PLACE AHEAD OF THE ARRIVAL OF STORM CIARAN

The Environment Agency has several flood warnings in place across the Isle of Wight ahead of the arrival of Storm Ciaran tonight (Wednesday), including a new warning for East Cowes, Cowes and Newport. Severe gales and torrential rain will once again batter the Island overnight, much like it did last Wednesday. The Island is far more prepared this time around but the impact is expected to be the same – if not worse – as the ground is already saturated. An amber weather warning is in force as winds are expected to near 100mph. The Environment Agency has this afternoon issued a new flood warning for East Cowes, Cowes and tidal areas of Newport stating that flooding is expected and residents should take action, activating any property flood protection products they may have. Flood warnings are also in place for Bembridge, Brading and Sandown on the Eastern Yar, as well as Alverstone, Landbridge, Wroxall and Whitwell further upriver on the Eastern Yar. A further flood warning is in place for the town of Yarmouth. A lesser flood alert is also in force for the Isle of Wight coast, where flooding is possible. However, a storm surge is expected overnight which will cause overtopping of sea defences and coastal flooding, particularly in the West Wight, in Seaview and in The Bay. Islanders are being urged to avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water.