matty40s 2968 Report post #1 Posted February 8 (edited) Heads up, I didnt post this earlier as there was too much uncertainty of track and at risk areas. This is no Mike T'Boiler crisp packet twitcher. We will have strong winds this afternoon and evening, but the rugby should still go ahead. Then from early morning on Sunday comes Storm Ciara, a sustained and very strong storm system that will last for most of Sunday, a very unusual occurrence. The MetOffice has just increased its Amber warning field to show impact over a larger region than has ever been affected before. Large swathes of 70mph winds with gusts over 80, bot just on the coast, but inland too. Rain will also be an issue. Tie your ropes tight and secure roof mounted items, take your seasickness pills and hunker down. Stove vents need to be almost closed. Edited February 8 by matty40s 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rickent 273 Report post #2 Posted February 8 Won't be much sleeping tonight then. Been watching this one for a few days, was wondering when the amber warning would be extended and how big the area would be, could be some major damage overnight. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dr Bob 2261 Report post #3 Posted February 8 (edited) Usually the various weather models overestimate the wind speeds of these storms....but maybe not this time. All the models this morning have shown increased wind speeds so it looks like the midlands will be hit with 60-70mph gusts and maybe as high as 80mph. Eeeeeek! The central pressure of the storm is lower at the moment than they thought it would be so that means higher winds. Everything off the roof today then and make sure the solar panels are well screwed down. I'm sure there will be quite a few trees down tomorrow and a lot of roof tiles/slates blowing around. Keep safe everyone. Edited February 8 by Dr Bob Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matty40s 2968 Report post #4 Posted February 8 Luckily for us the big willow next to us was decimated last month Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tree monkey 1930 Report post #5 Posted February 8 Last I saw was potential for sustained winds all week <>40mph with another serious blast on Sat. Obviously a forcast a week ahead is subject to change, let's hope so Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mrsmelly 6255 Report post #6 Posted February 8 Think I will go boating on sunday. There will be no queues at locks 😎 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MoominPapa 627 Report post #7 Posted February 8 Just moved down a lock on the S. Stratford at Lapworth to get out from under a big tree and into the shelter of some little ones. Fitted the storm cover on the pigeon box. Anything I forgot? MP. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ange 964 Report post #8 Posted February 8 Stay safe everyone xxx 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alan de Enfield 5095 Report post #9 Posted February 8 14 minutes ago, MoominPapa said: Just moved down a lock on the S. Stratford at Lapworth to get out from under a big tree and into the shelter of some little ones. Fitted the storm cover on the pigeon box. Anything I forgot? MP. Toilet (empty) Water (full) Food (cupboards / fridge full) Gas (full) Fuel (to make leccy) (full) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gbclive 51 Report post #10 Posted February 8 1 minute ago, Alan de Enfield said: Anything I forgot? If tilting solar panels fitted, adjust low, flat and tight? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alan de Enfield 5095 Report post #11 Posted February 8 18 minutes ago, gbclive said: If tilting solar panels fitted, adjust low, flat and tight? Should that not be a response to Moomin Papa ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MoominPapa 627 Report post #12 Posted February 8 29 minutes ago, Alan de Enfield said: Toilet (empty) Water (full) Food (cupboards / fridge full) Gas (full) Fuel (to make leccy) (full) Check, check, check, one full, one empty, check. MP. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mrsmelly 6255 Report post #13 Posted February 8 1 hour ago, MoominPapa said: Just moved down a lock on the S. Stratford at Lapworth to get out from under a big tree and into the shelter of some little ones. Fitted the storm cover on the pigeon box. Anything I forgot? MP. Lash the tiller/rudder to stop it swinging if it gets realy roughers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MoominPapa 627 Report post #14 Posted February 8 13 minutes ago, mrsmelly said: Lash the tiller/rudder to stop it swinging if it gets realy roughers. Advantages of a deep boat. If it gets that bad I'll just let 10cm of water out of the pound and settle solidly on the bottom...... MP. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jen-in-Wellies 914 Report post #15 Posted February 8 4 minutes ago, MoominPapa said: Advantages of a deep boat. If it gets that bad I'll just let 10cm of water out of the pound and settle solidly on the bottom...... MP. 5' deep pound. Boat draws 2'. Might get some complaints if I try that here! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MoominPapa 627 Report post #16 Posted February 8 1 minute ago, Jen-in-Wellies said: 5' deep pound. Boat draws 2'. Might get some complaints if I try that here! Tends to ruin the view, doing that sort of thing. MP. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haggis 539 Report post #17 Posted February 8 We are progressing along the T & M and have mooted in Rode Heath away from trees to sit out the strong winds. Saw 3 moving boats today - the canal is getting busy 😃. That makes a total of 5 moving boats in 3 days. Haggis Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike the Boilerman 6171 Report post #18 Posted February 8 10 minutes ago, MoominPapa said: Tends to ruin the view, doing that sort of thing. MP. A bit like widebeams moored opposite one. Not the width that is a problem, but the fact that many are 12"-18" taller than a NB, completely blocking out the lovely view of the morning sun rising over the hill. Few peeps seem to notice this extra height they have! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Graham Davis 771 Report post #19 Posted February 8 Network Rail have impossed a blanket 50mph speed limit across the whole network tomorrow, and numerous cancellations and alterations to the timetables. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ray T 952 Report post #20 Posted February 8 (edited) https://earth.nullschool.net/#current/wind/surface/level/orthographic=-9.16,48.32,685 Have fun with this. Click on the three lines by "earth." Edited February 8 by Ray T 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blackrose 1210 Report post #21 Posted February 8 Cool. What's going on east of Greenland? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sea Dog 2143 Report post #22 Posted February 8 3 hours ago, mrsmelly said: Think I will go boating on sunday. There will be no queues at locks 😎 This is an excellent idea - as long as you stick to locks you can go through sideways... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WotEver 2602 Report post #23 Posted February 8 17 minutes ago, blackrose said: Cool. What's going on east of Greenland? Whizzy, innit? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Parahandy 748 Report post #24 Posted February 8 I moved the Boat yesterday and initially tied up using Mooring Stakes . After a Pot of Tea and listening to the Weather Forecast I decided this Morning to move in search of the more secure Armco , surprisingly perhaps a few Boats still moving around on the GU South Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jen-in-Wellies 914 Report post #25 Posted February 8 1 hour ago, Graham Davis said: Network Rail have impossed a blanket 50mph speed limit across the whole network tomorrow, and numerous cancellations and alterations to the timetables. So a pretty much normal service then. 😁 4 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
