Storm Éowyn has caused disruption across Pembrokeshire, with strong winds leading to trees coming down, blocking roads in some areas.
Debris is present on roads and towns – with clearance to be undertaken by Council staff, when resources allow.
Pembrokeshire County Council has stated that 508 properties are reported without power this morning. National Grid is in attendance around the county.
The Cleddau Bridge is closed to all traffic.
Posting on social media, PCC stated: “Please be advised that the closure signage at Burton does not work but all other signs are working.
“Please respect staff undertaking their duties, any abuse will not be tolerated.”
The Yellow warning for wind remains in place.
Trees cleared and roads reopened today (Friday) have been reported in the following locations:
• Springfield View / Cuckoo Wood in Pembroke Dock – Report of tree blocking the road. Our teams attended and no tree present.
• Ashdale lane, Burton – trampoline on the road – Cleared
• Trecwn to Llanychaer – Cleared Trees down and road blocked
• Llechryd to Abercych on Cenarth road – crew in attendance
• Nine Wells, Solva on the A487 - Tree partially blocking the road – Crew in attendance
• North of Llandissilio, A478 by Milk Churn – Tree partially blocking the road – Crew to attend
• Tree down on Thornton Road, Milford Haven - 200m from Old Hakin Road – Tree partially blocking the road – Crew to attend.
• Trees blocking the road on Stackpole road, between Freshwater East and East Trewent by holiday park – Crew to attend.
• East Trewent to Thurstle Mill – tree partially blocking the road * Tree down from Felindre Farchog to Brynberian road by Pentre Ifan.
• Tree on lines on Henllan Lane, South of Llanddewi Velfrey
• Dangerous structure at Greenhill road, Tenby – Crew to assess – Road closure may be likely • East Dudwell, Camrose to Keeston – Tree blocking the road
• Branches on the B4327 between Hasguard Cross and Ratford Bridge causing a hazard Other Hazards and Updates
Due to Cleddau Bridge closure to High Sided vehicles, the 349 service is running a diverted route, with a delay of approximately 40 minutes on that service.
The 356 route is running in two parts: Milford Haven-Cleddau Bridge and Cleddau Bridge to Monkton.
Further to this, 302 and 349 are also delayed due to an incident blocking the road in Johnston.
Disruption to Transport for Wales network. MAWWFRS are reporting increased calls of dangerous structures mainly in south of the county. The council is assisting where required.
With Storm Éowyn set to bring continued strong winds across coastal areas, Tenby RNLI have issued a warning to ‘stay safe’.
“With very strong winds likely to cause rough seas and dangerous conditions over the next few days, please stay safe when visiting the coast and follow the RNLI's safety advice,” Tenby RNLI shared on social media.
The RNLI's safety advice is:
• Stay well back from stormy, wintery seas and cliff edges
• Check the weather forecast and tide times before you go
• Take a phone with you
• In an emergency, call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard.
An amber weather is now in place for warning for parts of Wales on Friday (January 24).
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for wind from January 23, covering much of the UK with gusts of 50 to 60mph expected across part of Wales. Storm Éowyn is expected to bring very strong winds and widespread disruption on Friday when the amber warning is in place for north Wales.
For those who plan to visit the coast this Friday and Saturday, the strong gusts pose a significant risk to safety and the lifesaving charity is urging the public to exercise extreme caution, particularly along exposed cliffs, seafronts and piers.
Chris Cousens, Regional Water Safety Lead for Wales said: “Storm Éowyn is set to bring potentially dangerous and uncertain conditions so we’re asking the public to stay vigilant.
“If you plan to visit the coast, the RNLI advises that you stay a safe distance from the water as conditions could knock you off your feet or wash you into the sea. It is not worth risking your life.
“If you find yourself in trouble unexpectedly in the water, remember to Float to Live; lie back in the water, extend your arms and legs and try to relax as best as you can until you get control of your breathing.
“If you see someone else in danger in the water, call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard. If you have something that floats that they can hold on to, throw it to them. Don’t go in the water yourself – you could end up in difficulty too.”