Ferries at risk as gale force winds forecast

Gales of up to 50mph (80 km/h) are forecast on Friday
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Two sailings between the Isle of Man and Lancashire are at risk on Friday with strong to gale force winds forecast.
The 19:15 GMT Manxman sailing to Heysham and her 01:45 return on Saturday are currently subject to disruption.
A decision will be made on whether the sailings goes ahead by 17:00 GMT on Friday.
Friday's 08:00 Manxman sailing to Heysham and her 13:45 return have been moved forward by 30 minutes.
The ferry will now leave at 07:30 and return at 01:15.
Strong to gale force winds are forecast for Friday, with gusts of up to 50mph (80km/h).
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