Storm Darragh clean-up continues

A Yellow Warning for Wind remains in force for Pembrokeshire, as the clean-up around Storm Darragh continues, with 7,183 properties across the county still without power this morning.
The Amber Warning for wind has now expired, but a spokesperson for the Local Authority said: “we’re not yet out of the woods” yet, as winds still have potential to cause yet more disruption, with it still extremely hazardous to be out and about.
Council staff have been flat out since Saturday and clearing operations were suspended overnight to resume today.
PCC staff have been praised for their efforts. ‘The clear-up during the recent storm has been magnificent,” said Sue Davies, resident of St Florence.
“Whoever organised the whole thing needs to be named and applauded - together, of course, with the whole team. This was Management of the highest order - a rare thing nowadays!”
A spokesperson for Pembrokeshire County Council stated on Sunday morning: “The Council is very busy and has several teams deployed today along with contractors.
“The focus will be on clearing trees and obstructions on the network as well as attending to dangerous structures.
“We have widespread road closures still in place around the county. Signage may not always be present so please exercise care if driving.
“A large amount of debris are present on all highways, footpaths, pavements, land and we ask for your patience whilst we undertake response and recovery actions.
“Thank you for your understanding.
“Please call the Out of Hours number to report emergency hazards 0345 601 5522.”
7,183 properties are still without power this morning.
Leisure Centres will be open apart from Fishguard and St Davids if anyone need somewhere warm and safe.
A number of residents in Tegryn area are also without water and PCC are liaising with Welsh Water on the matter.
Dyfed-Powys Police declared a ‘major incident’ for the counties of Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, and Powys because of disruption caused by Storm Darragh on Saturday, with the force, along with emergency services and partner agencies in the region is repeating its request to only travel if absolutely necessary.