The Met Office has issued an amber warning for the East of England due to high winds across much of the country.
The strongest gusts are likely to reach 60-70mph per hour and in some places they will hit 80mph. This will begin early on Friday morning and is likely to peak mid-afternoon.
- Flying debris is likely and could cause injury
- Buildings and other infrastructure could be damaged
- Travel will be disrupted
- Power cuts and other service disruption is possible
- Beaches will see larger waves and rougher seas
- Trees and branches will fall, often blocking roads or pathways
Norfolk County Council asks you to think about whether your journey on Friday is necessary. Can it be delayed until conditions improve? Where travel is necessary please allow extra time and make sure you are prepared for the conditions. Road and other public transport will also be affected so expect delays and cancellations.
As always if you find yourself in an emergency that poses an immediate risk to life, then call 999.
You may find the following helpline numbers and websites useful too:
- Report blocked roads or paths with fallen trees: https://orlo.uk/ReportAProblem_Spyuv
- Report a power cut by contacting UK Power Networks: 0800 3163 105 or 105, or at https://orlo.uk/PowerCut_VGlhV
- Report a flood through Norfolk's dedicated Flooding Hotline: 0344 800 8013 or at https://orlo.uk/ReportAFlood_DpZq1
Norfolk County Council's Highways Team and Fire & Rescue Service will be working throughout the weekend together with Norfolk Constabulary to keep Norfolk safe, so please be patient as they are likely to be dealing with increased pressures.
