Storm Floris Forces Isle of Man Steam Packet to Cancel Sailings

The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company has cancelled two sailings today, March 4, 2024, due to severe weather conditions caused by Storm Floris. The impacted services included the 7:15 a.m. sailing from Douglas to Liverpool and its return trip from Liverpool at 11:00 a.m.

As Storm Floris continues to bring strong winds and rough seas to the island, the fast craft Manannan remains scheduled to depart Douglas for Liverpool at 16:00, but this is contingent upon prevailing weather conditions. The island is under a yellow weather warning for strong winds, with gusts expected to reach between 50 and 60 mph until 06:00 on March 5.

While the Manxman is still operational, passengers may experience delays due to the challenging conditions at sea. The 19:45 sailing from Douglas to Heysham is also at risk of cancellation. The Steam Packet Company has committed to making a final decision regarding this evening’s sailing by 17:30.

Passengers are encouraged to monitor the latest updates on sailings by visiting the official website at steam-packet.com/sailing-status. The company aims to keep travelers informed as conditions evolve.