The Met Office have updated their weather warning for Friday 23 October 2026. The Amber warning for wind for the Islands has been revised and is now 01:00 – 10.00 Friday 23 October 2026. In addition, the Yellow warning has been revised and is now 00.00 – 17.00 Friday 23 October 2026.
Normandy Pool, Carn Gwaval Gym and Porthcressa library will be closed between 17:00 Thursday 22 October until 11:00 Friday 23 October.
On Saturday 24 October 2026, winds are forecast to be gusting between 50-60mph. Although below the threshold for an official wind warning, we advise that everyone should still be careful if they are outside and to stay away from coastal areas if possible.
You can read full details of the warnings at the following link:
https://weather.metoffice.gov.uk/warnings-and-advice/uk-warnings#?date=2026-10-21
Please take any precautions you safely can to secure any unstable structures in advance of the warning period, and stay inside during the worst of the weather, if there is no need for you to be outside.
If you have any concerns about hazards which may pose a risk to public safety as a result of weather forecasts, please call 01720 424450 or email environment@scilly.gov.uk during office hours.
Outside of working hours, please call (do not text) 07747 767965. Any concerns about immediate risk to life should be reported by calling 999 as usual.
Thank you for your cooperation.