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March reported to be colder than January & February as windy weather persists

Apr 17 2021 Share

Albeit having longer days and normally being a gateway month to the Maltese summer, March’s average temperature was recorded to be slightly lower than January and February.

The Malta Airport Meteorological Office reported that the month’s average temperature was 13.8°C, ranging between the lowest 8°C and highest 20.5°C. March was also partially windier than usual, with the Met Office reporting an average of 9.6 knots for wind speed over the forecasted 9.4 knots.

Following Friday’s windy weather, Saturday’s weather is expected to have rather strong to strong winds (F5-6) with a chance of rain towards the morning and partially cloudy weather during the afternoon.

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Works to clear up Għadira road after heavy winds take over Malta on Friday

Apr 17 2021 Share

On Friday, the Maltese islands experienced an extended period of heavy winds of Gale Force 7, with Facebook page ‘It-Temp Madwarna’ reporting that a gust of wind in Selmun reached 92km per hour, or Gale Force 10.

⚠️ 𝗕Ħ𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗦𝗔 // Qed issir dak kollox possibli biex is-sitwazzjoni tal-Għadira🏖 tinżamm taħt kontroll. Grazzi👏 kbira…

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Parliamentary Secretary for Consumer Protection and Public Cleansing Deo Debattista also reported works on Għadira’s roads after being covered with sand, making it dangerous for drivers passing through the area.

While it was reported that the heavy winds would be slowly decreasing, the issued warning still applies for Saturday, as the weather partially cloudy on Saturday morning with forecasted highs of 17°C and lows of 12°C.

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Peaky Blinders star Helen McCrory passes away aged 52

Peaky Blinders star Helen McCrory passes away aged 52
Apr 16 2021 Share

British actress Helen McCrory, known for her role as Aunt Polly in Peaky Blinders, Narcissa Malfoy in Harry Potter, and her appearance in Skyfall has died suddenly at the age of 52. Her husband Damian Lewis confirmed her passing in a heartbreaking statement saying ‘Im heartbroken to announce that after a heroic battle with cancer, the beautiful and mighty woman that is Helen McCrory has died peacefully at home, surrounded by a wave of love from friends and family.’

Helen had been married to Damian since 2007 and had two children – a daughter named Manon, 14, and a son, Gulliver, 13. She was also awarded an OBE in 2017 for her services to drama. Her passing shocked entire fandoms as fans of her work world-wide mourn her passing.

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Gozo Channel operating through South Quay due to strong winds

Gozo Channel operating through South Quay due to strong winds
Apr 16 2021 Share

Malta is currently experiencing very strong winds which are affecting the normal Gozo Channel operations. Gozo Channel Operations Limited stated on Facebook that ‘due to strong winds and currents, Gozo Channel operations are operating through the South Quay in Cirkewwa.’

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Such strong winds normally affect travel around the island, and with winds reportedly reaching up to 40 km/h, it is expected for the Gozo Channel to alter its normal operating service. Access between Malta and Gozo is already restricted due to COVID-19 restrictions, allowing only those who have work responsibilities or residences on the island to travel.

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