Are You Ready For St Jude Storm?
Updated: 2:45pm UK, Sunday 27 October 2013
Hurricane-force winds and 1.6 inches of rainfall will hit England and
Wales tonight. Key officials have issued the following advice for people
to keep themselves and their belongings safe:
:: Stay indoors if possible, and take extra care if venturing out
:: Avoid seafronts, quaysides and jetties
:: Stay up to date with weather forecasts and warnings
:: Carry a fully charged mobile if outdoors
:: Establish evacuation plans
:: Place valuable items upstairs to limit flood damage
:: Ensure gutters are clear so water can drain away
:: Give high-sided vehicles, caravans, motorbikes and bicycles plenty of space
:: Delay travel by two or three hours on Monday morning
:: Check transport websites for the latest information
