Storm Goretti updates
Update 09/01/2026 09:15
Jersey Met has downgraded the Storm Goretti wind warning to ORANGE. There are reports of fallen trees and lots of debris on the roads, so please remain vigilant and travel with caution.
The Infrastructure and Environment team are providing real-time online map updates as reports come in. Information is being shared directly from parishes and emergency services.
Live map: https://roadworks.gov.je/EWXPublic/
There are a number of closed roads in St Helier this morning. Notably:
Vallee des Vaux is currently access to premises only until La Fredee Lane and Trinity Hill are cleared.
College Hill is currently access to premises only, with access only available half way from each side due to a fallen tree.
Ruette Pinel is closed, meaning it is not available as a through road from St Lawrence to St Helier.
Update 08/01/2026
On the evening of Thursday 8 January 2026, Storm Goretti is expected to hit the Island.
The airport and other businesses will close at 6pm today, with official advice to stay home this evening as the higher winds are predicted from 8pm until the early hours.
Please take extra care if you live in coastal areas, as the high tide will be around 10pm. Please take care and secure all loose items outdoors.
If you are driving around the Parish and notice any trees fallen or debris obstructing the road, we would recommend that you contact the Government of Jersey on 725351, States of Jersey Police on 612612, option 2 and 4, or the St Helier Duty Centenier on 07829 722227.
Should there be an emergency or an immediate threat to life please call 999.
For more information and advice for action to be taken, please visit: http://www.gov.je/…/thestatesofjerseysevereweatherplan…
The latest weather forecast can be found here: https://www.gov.je/weather/
Please follow appropriate advice and keep monitoring official local social media channels for the latest news and advice.
Refuse collections
Parishioners who normally receive household waste/recycling collections on a Friday morning are being asked not to put their bins out overnight. The refuse teams will begin collections at 6:30am provided it is safe to do so.