ISLANDERS are being asked to travel with care and to check on their neighbours, family and friends as Jersey continues to recover from Storm Ciarán.
In a statement issued this afternoon, the government said that schools were “hoping to reopen” on Monday but that headteachers would provide updates regarding individual schools, while health services and sports facilities are to be “reinstated fully in the coming days”.
Islanders are being advised to travel with care as efforts continue to reopen roads in the aftermath of the storm.
“Although many roads remain impassable, highways inspectors from the Infrastructure and Environment (I&E) Department are touring the Island to clear fallen trees and debris, and to determine what is outstanding,” the statement continued.
“Some households have been affected by power outages and a loss of mobile phone services, and operators are working remotely to restore services and will complete on-site visits when it is safe to do so.”
A dedicated Jersey Electricity phone line – 01534 505422 – has been set up for customers without power.
Islanders are also being asked to check on neighbours, friends, and family members, particularly the elderly and vulnerable.
“For any general non-emergency needs, please call 612 222,” the statement added.
One casualty remains in hospital following Storm Ciaran and is in a stable condition.
The statement also said that government officials have “confirmed with retailers and supermarkets that they expect to be well stocked”, including with fresh food for the weekend.
“The Commodore Goodwill docked this morning with the usual freight for retailers and distribution is continuing across the Island. A further Goodwill Jersey-only sailing is expected tomorrow morning. We ask Islanders to continue to be respectful of others when purchasing products and to buy responsibly in the shops and supermarkets.
“Jersey Met Office has confirmed that the weather remains unsettled with further wet and windy spells, which is normal for this time of year. However, there are no signs of any significant storms or heavy rainfall events affecting the Channel Islands over the next six days.
“There will be occasional gales and rainfall over the weekend, but this will be much less than what was experienced on Wednesday night and Thursday morning. The winds will ease later on Sunday morning.”
Islanders are also being advised to secure any garden furniture and equipment and clear debris where possible.
