St Jude UK Storm Advice

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