Weather Warning: Storm Amy

Storm Amy will bring a spell of damaging winds on Friday evening and night, gradually easing through Saturday.

What should I expect?

• Power cuts could occur and affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage
• Damage to buildings and homes is possible, with roofs blown off and power lines brought down
• Roads, bridges and railway lines may close, with delays and cancellations to bus, train, ferry services and flights
• Flying debris could result in a danger to life
• There is potential for large waves and beach material being thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads and properties

What Should I Do?

• Prepare to protect your property and people from injury. Check for loose items outside your home and plan how you could secure them. Items include; bins, garden furniture, trampolines, tents, sheds, and fences.
• Windy weather can cause delays and make travel conditions dangerous. Follow these few simple steps to prepare before journeys. Check bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary. If driving, check road conditions and ensure you have essentials in your car (warm clothing, food, water, a blanket, a torch, an in-car phone charger).
• People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It’s easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items.
• If you are on the coast, stay safe during stormy weather by being aware of large waves, even from the shore large breaking waves can sweep you off your feet and out to sea. Take care if walking near cliffs; know your route and keep dogs on a lead. In an emergency, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard.
• Protecting your property from damage and other people from injury. Don’t risk injury to others or damage to your property. Check for loose items outside your home and plan how you could secure them in high winds.
  Items include:
  • bins
  • plant pots
  • garden furniture (bring inside or secure in place)
  • trampolines (turn upside down or secure with tent pegs)
  • sheds (ensure doors are locked)

Be prepared for weather warnings to change quickly: when a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.

Albyn’s focus will be to support tenants by making telephone calls to those in our most vulnerable categories. We have pulled together some helpful information to assist you:

Albyn funds: Albyn have a number of different funds which we have put in place in order to support our tenants who require a little extra help. This extreme weather may impact your household costs, please get in touch if you would like to learn more about how these funds can help. They are there to be used so please speak with your housing officer, or ring our main office numbers (above) and ask for more information.

Repairs – While contractors may have more difficulty travelling during bad weather, you can still report repairs by calling 0300 323 0990 and selecting option 1 when prompted.