North East continues to feel the impact of Storm Arwen as clean-up operations continue
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Roads were closed, events were cancelled and some transport services suspended as a result of the strong winds and sleet which first arrived in the region on Friday, November 26.
Work is continuing across the North East to clear debris and repair damage caused, while some homes in the region are still without power as a result of the extreme weather.
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Hide AdNorthern Powergrid is working to restore supply to those affected, with teams continuing to work through hundreds of incidents as of Sunday afternoon (November 28).
Meanwhile, after a freezing kick-off to Sunday, the Met Office is also expecting a frosty start for the region on Monday with wintry showers – but there will be less wind and hopefully some sunny spells too.
Scroll down to recap our weather updates from across the weekend.
North East continues to feel the impact of Storm Arwen as clear-up operations continue
Key Events
- A frosty start forecast for Monday, November 29 with an ice warning for some areas
- Northern Powergrid continues work to support affected homes in the region
- North East local authorities continue to support families with clean-up operations
❗️ Crimdon Dene Holiday Park remains closed
A spokesperson for Parkdean Resorts, which runs Crimdon Dene Holiday Park, confirmed on Sunday that the facility is still shut.
A statement said: “A number of caravans have been damaged as a result of Storm Arwen, and we are in touch with any owners affected.
“One member of our security team on park has been taken to hospital as a precaution after injuring his knee, and we are making sure he has whatever support he needs.
“The park is currently closed, and due to the dangerous weather causing a threat to life, everybody should adhere to Met Office guidance and stay away from the park for the time being.”
See some striking pictures as the cold snap hits
Thank you to Tommy Anderson, Ian Maggiore, Glenn Wheatley, Phil Wright and Dave Watson for sharing their dramatic shots as temperatures plummet across the region.
Neighbours urged to check on each other as some South Tyneside properties still without power
In a statement on Sunday, South Tyneside Council said both it and South Tyneside Homes had staff working around the clock after the extreme weather conditions wreaked havoc.
The local authority said a number of properties are still without power with Northern Powergrid working to restore power as quickly as possible.
The council also urged people “to look out for each other and check in on neighbours wherever possible”.
Summary: Where the Metros are running
Where is Metro running:
Customers can get a Metro from North Shields and head through via Four Lane Ends Newcastle, into Gateshead and all the way beyond Pelaw into South Tyneside, terminating at South Shields Interchange.
Where is Metro not running:
There are still no services between St James and North Shields, Airport and South Gosforth, and Pelaw and South Hylton.
Nexus staff remain working across the network o overhead lines that were damaged baby debris and falling trees during Storm Arwen.
In areas where Metros are not running people can use their Metro tickets on local bus services.
