A power cut to a popular roadside service has hit businesses there today.
It was at Bilbrough Top this afternoon.
McDonald’s and the BP garage were among those forced to close.
Power cut to York roadside services closes McDonald’s and garage
As it happened: Storm Éowyn hits York and North Yorkshire
Friday, 24 January 2025
Updates as high winds from the storm cause disruption in York and North Yorkshire. Listen to YorkMix Radio for more information. Got info? Let us know at [email protected]
Power cut closes school in Easingwold, hits hotel
A power cut is affecting hundreds of properties in Easingwold.
It has left school the Outwood Academy without power, water and internet access. Parents have been invited to collect their children early.
The George Hotel posted this message at 2.24pm: “The George is currently affected by a major power cut in Easingwold.
“We are able to accommodate our hotel guests and will be offering a limited range of drinks at the bar. However, please note we are operating on a cash-only basis.
“At this time, it is unclear when power will be restored. We are contacting our evening guests by mobile to inform them of the situation.
“Unfortunately, we are unable to serve food this evening, as our kitchen relies on electricity not only for cooking but also to ensure a safe working environment for our team.”
Big tree fall in Acomb
This was the scene in Acomb, York, earlier.
A huge section of tree had crashed to the ground at the junction of Beech Grove and Rosedale Avenue.
Fortunately no one was hurt. Here’s a video of the aftermath by Paul Thompson:
City of York Council has a team of people there clearing up the tree fall.
Signalling problems delay trains from York
There’s a fault with the signalling system on the railway line between York and Malton.
TransPennine Express says that some lines are blocked.
It said on Twitter: “Train services running through these stations may be delayed. Disruption is expected until 1.15pm.”
Northern Powergrid: 14,000 hit by power cuts
This is the latest update from Northern Powergrid. Around 14,000 of its customers have been hit by cuts so far.
- Storm Éowyn has impacted the region bringing wind speeds of 65mph since the early hours of Friday 24 January with these expected to increase further as the storm moves through our region.
- We are experiencing some disruption to power supply with approximately 14,000 customers having been affected so far.
- We know how difficult it can be for our customers during a power cut and we will continue to work throughout the storm to get the power back on as quickly as possible.
- Our teams responding and have already managed to reconnect around 8,000 customers impacted by the winds.
Power cuts update
There are four main areas hit by power cuts in North Yorkshire this morning according to Northern Powergrid.
The electricity is off in many homes in and around Strensall and Flaxton.
Cuts were reported at around 9am and an engineer is said to be on their way.
There are widespread blackouts around Thirsk too. They were reported at 8.43am. Again an engineer is on their way.
Another cluster of cuts can be seen north of Snainton. Reported at 7.32am, engineers have discovered the problem and are working to fix it, says Northern Powergrid.
And the Northallerton area is hard hit by the cuts too. Many properties to the north east of the town centre and further up the A19 are without power.
Work to restore these areas is underway.
Tree down in Boston Spa
YorkMix reader Virginia King has been in touch to say there’s a tree down in Boston Spa.
She says it has blocked access to Boston Spa from the Wattle Syke roundabout at the Wetherby end.
The council has been informed.
Helmsley market cancelled
The high winds have blown away any prospect of a market in Helmsley today.
Tree blocking road near Easingwold
More reports are coming in of trees coming down in our area.
This one is blocking North Moor Road near Easingwold.
9.20 Tree down North Moor Road near Easingwold
Posted by North Yorkshire Weather Updates on Friday 24 January 2025
Tree blocking railway line near Thirsk
More problems for rail passengers this morning. This is from TransPennine Express:
Woodland walk closed
We reported yesterday that Castle Howard is closed all day today.
Today, Carlton Towers remains open but its woodland walk is closed due to Storm Éowyn.
Gusts in York due to peak at lunchtime
The winds will peak at lunchtime in York today.
They will hit around 50mph at 1pm.
According to Accuweather these are the top gusts for each of the next few hours:
- 9am – 44mph
- 10am – 45mph
- 11am – 45mph
- 12pm – 46mph
- 1pm – 50mph
- 2pm – 46mph
- 3pm – 43mph
- 4pm – 39mph
- 5pm – 36mph
Look out for vulnerable friends and neighbours – Age UK York
Here’s a timely message from Age UK today.
Section of M62 closed to high-sided vehicles
The winds are a-whistling over the M62:
Power cuts latest
There are a number of power cuts in North Yorkshire this morning.
Northallerton looks particularly badly hit with hundreds of homes and businesses affected. Northern Powergrid engineers are working on the problem.
There are also blackouts north-east of Pickering.
Northern Powergrid says: “We’re experiencing challenging weather conditions across our regions.
“Strong wind impacts our ability to work at height, and it can take longer to get the power back on. Until we have safely assessed the extent of any damage, we are unable to provide estimated restoration times.”
“We will provide further updates when we have more certainty as to when we can restore power.”
Storm Éowyn – A66 and A19 Tees Flyover closed
National Highways said the A66 between the A1M in North Yorkshire and the A19 Tees Flyover have been closed by Storm Éowyn.
‘Do not travel’ warnings affecting rail passengers from York
Here are the latest from the train companies.
LNER
“There will be no trains operating north of Newcastle in either direction on Friday 24 January and no LNER services operating within Scotland.
“Services north of York will also be subject to short-notice cancellation and significant delay due to weather-related speed restrictions. Where trains are cancelled or routes are closed, we will be unable to provide road transport due to the expected severity of the weather.
“As a result, we are advising customers not to travel to and from stations north of York on Friday 24 January.
“If your journey is within the southern part of our route and is wholly south of York [for example, between London King’s Cross and Peterborough], please note that trains may still be disrupted and we strong recommend checking for updates before you travel.”
TransPennine Express
“Due to predicted gale-force winds across the North of England and Scotland brought by Storm Eowyn, we are urging customers not to travel between the following locations on Friday 24 January:
- Manchester/Liverpool and Scotland
- York, Newcastle and Edinburgh
“In addition, we are advising customers to avoid travelling, unless absolutely essential, between the following locations:
- Manchester, Huddersfield, Leeds and York
“Customers will be able to use tickets booked for travel on Friday 24 January on Thursday 23 January and up to Tuesday 28 January.”
Northern
“Due to the severe weather many routes are closed today with no alternatives in place and we are advising DO NOT TRAVEL.
“This is not a decision taken lightly, safety for our customers and staff is always our priority. On routes where trains are running, we expect disruption and have reduced the number of trains running so we advise against travelling if possible.
“If you have a ticket dated for today, you can use it over the weekend and up to Tuesday 28 January. If you are travelling today, you may travel at any time. If you decide not to travel, a full, fee free, refund is available.”
North Yorkshire hit by gusts of 88mph as Storm Éowyn blows in
Storm Éowyn has arrived in North Yorkshire and it’s very blowy out.
Gusts of wind have been recorded at Tan Hill in the Dales of 88mph.
Travel is being affected with many trains north of York cancelled.
We’ll keep you up to date on our live blog. Send your updates to [email protected].