The famous celebrations of Hogmanay (the Scottish New Year) at Edinburgh were cancelled within the last half hour, on account of extremely strong winds. Winds were gusting up to 85 mph at Campbeltown and 75 mph at Tiree, which is 150 miles south of here. Other cities cancelling their events are Glasgow, Liverpool and Belfast. London is considering its options, as things are quite blustery there as well. Edinburgh's celebrations were called off for the same reason in 2003. Although there are fears that this might adversely affect the city's reputation, Scotland is known for its ferocious weather.
Strangely enough, Stornoway is reporting just 13 mph winds at the moment, which is force 4, a moderate breeze. Sixty miles to the south, at Benbecula, winds are blowing at force 10, 49 mph. Malin Head, 250 miles further south, is enduring winds of 55 mph.
I know. I heard the news, and it's not good news for the whole of Britain I think, worse of course in the North. There won't be any New Year's eve outside, this year.
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Wow, that sounds like the weather here in western Washington a few weeks back. I guess, it's best to just stay in and be safe. People will be ringing in the New Year in their own homes. Take care, be warm and safe....Linda in sunny but cold Wsahington
ReplyDeleteSuch a shame it had to be cancelled but safer to err on the side of caution and to avoid injury. Knowing the Scots I am sure they will still find ways of having great times.
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Too bad it was all cancelled. But, I'm sure everyone will ring in the New Year safely in their own homes.
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dear guido,
ReplyDeleteso sorry that Edinburgh had to cancel! many cities are experiencing dire weather!her too! hang in there!hugs,nat
It was a shame the celebrtions had to be cancelled ,Mother nature celebrated the way she has all year with another extreme,this time gales! .AVery Happy new year with love Jan xx
ReplyDeleteSorry they had to cancel the celebrations. Have a happy nw year! Jeannette xx http://journals.aol.co.uk/jlocorriere05/Welcometomytravels/
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