Blackpool news on Tuesday, October 27, 2026
In Blackpool on Tuesday, October 27, 2026: Storm Boelo aftermath: power cuts, jetty damage assessed. Also: Met Office warns of strong winds three times above average across Fylde Coast today; yellow and amber weather warnings in place until 9pm; Lancashire Police seeks to trace man known as 'Rocky' linked to 1981 Blackpool rape case; historic appeal issued today. Weather: Expect rain and strong winds up to 48 km/h; temperatures 11–13°C with a weather warning in place until 9pm.
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Headlines
- Met Office warns of strong winds three times above average across Fylde Coast today; yellow and amber weather warnings in place until 9pm.Blackpool Gazette ·
News & local government
- Lancashire Police seeks to trace man known as 'Rocky' linked to 1981 Blackpool rape case; historic appeal issued today.Blackpool Gazette ·
- Blackpool Council updates on jetty damage caused by Storm Boelo; assessment and repair plans under review.Blackpool Gazette ·
- Electricity North West reports 77 homes in Stanley Ward without power due to underground cable issue linked to storm damage.Blackpool Gazette ·
- Stanley Ward Conservative Club in Blackpool investigates whether dyke issue caused recent flooding.Blackpool Gazette ·
Events & going out
- Lightpool Festival: Some weekend installations cancelled due to Storm Boelo; festival updates ongoing.Blackpool Gazette ·
Business & new openings
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