Game in doubt?

[AugustaHibs]

What are the chances the game on Sunday is Called off? High winds and torrential rain incoming

[Since452]

I'd be surprised if it was on tbh

[LaMotta]

I'll be absolutely amazed if its called off.

[Golden Bear]

Unless the old Health & Safety concerns come into play then the game will be on.

[Diclonius]

I'd be surprised if it was on tbh


I'll be absolutely amazed if its called off.

Who will win?

[Wilson]

Who will win?

Hibs.

[hughio]

Is there any shelter in our section or is it open terracing...anyone know?

Taking my boy who might see nowt and get soaked.

[LaMotta]

Who will win?

I think since452 will end up in a state of surprise on Sunday:greengrin

[Spike Mandela]

Can't post a photo from my phone but the sun is splitting the trees like a summers day in Alloa at the moment. Literally not even a breeze.😎

[Oscar T Grouch]

The Indodrill has a problem with drainage does it not? If there is torrential rain there could be an issue. I hope they get the pitch inspection done early doors.

Kinda happy i never changed my ticket to the uncovered terracing now :)

[Alan62]

Is there any shelter in our section or is it open terracing...anyone know?

Taking my boy who might see nowt and get soaked.

Make sure yer laddie wears platform shoes, a warm, waterproof coat and a sou'wester.

[heretoday]

Who will win?

I'll be thunderstruck either way.

[Hibeewilly]

What are the chances the game on Sunday is Called off? High winds and torrential rain incoming
The wind is forecast at 50mph gusts so even if its on It'll be a game spoiler

[The_Exile]

Looks like the wind is now certain to be absolutely horrendous on Sunday. I'd imagine a risk from flying debris (roof tiles etc) could see it postponed.

[StevesFamau5]

Saying gusts of 65 possibly up to 80. I have my reservations it may be called off. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200207/358ed4b7a1ad21678258d93f6ba9e1f8.jpg

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[Cataplana]

The Indodrill has a problem with drainage does it not? If there is torrential rain there could be an issue. I hope they get the pitch inspection done early doors.

Kinda happy i never changed my ticket to the uncovered terracing now :)

Do they do pitch inspections on artificial turf?

[Pretty Boy]

Hopefully they make a decision as early as possible before people have started travelling.

If there is a doubt any qualified referee can deem the conditions unplayable. So in theory they could have a local ref there first thing rather than waiting on the match officials to arrive.

[Oscar T Grouch]

Do they do pitch inspections on artificial turf?

Yes, which artificial turf isn't prone to what grass is and most pitches have decent drainage there is know issues with this pitch and there will be an inspection if there is heavy rain. Alloa have had games cancelled this year already because of water logged pitch, I doubt they have fixed the drainage problems that caused that. Given the game is on TV I would imagine it will go ahead unless the corner flags are under water.

[Since452]

I think since452 will end up in a state of surprise on Sunday:greengrin

I hope so haha

[Viva_Palmeiras]

Do they do pitch inspections on artificial turf?

Is it not more the endangerment to life they will take into account with these colour coded weather warnings?
Only ever not made it into work once in Edinburgh due to weather (buses cancelled in 2010). And left work early 2015/16? Again due to public transport cancellations the weather was foul (snow).

[Real Emerald]

Is there any shelter in our section or is it open terracing...anyone know?

Taking my boy who might see nowt and get soaked.

There may be shelter just now but with 80mph winds forecast there’s no guarantee it'll still be there come Sunday afternoon.

[Carheenlea]

The gazebo could face a stern test of its sturdiness in the winds forecast, but the rest of the ground provides no shelter from wind. If game goes ahead it’s not going to pretty in gales, heavy rain and an artificial pitch. A classic Scottish Cup tie - can’t wait :greengrin

[number9dream]

Could be a test for the temporary scaffolding they use for TV guys.

Don’t think they will be using a piper on the Murrayfield roof on Saturday...

[tamig]

Looks like the wind is now certain to be absolutely horrendous on Sunday. I'd imagine a risk from flying debris (roof tiles etc) could see it postponed.

Indeed. Not uncommon to be dodging the old flying roof tiles when a stiff breeze gets up in Central Scotland.

[Waxy]

Cant play football its too windy and showery lol.

[Seveno]

There is likely to be official advice not to travel unless it is an emergency. That would be a significant factor is deciding to postpone the match.

[green day]

There is likely to be official advice not to travel unless it is an emergency. That would be a significant factor is deciding to postpone the match.

Its only a yellow warning

[Hermit Crab]

Game should be on, A bit of wind and rain, the magic of the cup. BSC will absolutely want that game played as a midweek match means their players will beed time off work etc. Not to mention the BBC might not be able to show a rescheduled match.

[Billy Whizz]

https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/forecast/gcvr1xrb6#2020-02-09

Met office report for Sunday

[Since452]

Bit of a nightmare if it is postponed. Especially for BSC as these lads will have regular jobs. Imagine having to put a holiday form in because you're playing Hibs on a Tuesday night

[Hermit Crab]

Its only a yellow warning

:agree:, lowest warning there is

Yellow Warning: Yellow warnings can be issued for a range of weather situations. Many are issued when it is likely that the weather will cause some low level impacts, including some disruption to travel in a few places. Many people may be able to continue with their daily routine, but there will be some that will be directly impacted and so it is important to assess if you could be affected. Other yellow warnings are issued when the weather could bring much more severe impacts to the majority of people but the certainty of those impacts occurring is much lower. It is important to read the content of yellow warnings to determine which weather situation is being covered by the yellow warning.

[Hermit Crab]

https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/forecast/gcvr1xrb6#2020-02-09

Met office report for Sunday


Thats improved from a few days ago, seems like its only gong to be windy with a 50% chance of rain.

[DaveF]

Seems like they think the bulk of the rain will have moved through, though still a very good chance of a soaking. It'll be breezy though!

[Hermit Crab]

Seems like they think the bulk of the rain will have moved through, though still a very good chance of a soaking. It'll be breezy though!


Definitely not a day for route 1 football.

[Keith_M]

They should move the game to Murrayfield, that's nicely enclosed so less wind.

It'll cope better with the massive crowd as well.

[Hermit Crab]

They should move the game to Murrayfield, that's nicely enclosed so less wind.

It'll cope better with the massive crowd as well.


Pitch will be wrecked from the rugger tomorrow. :greengrin

[Since452]

They should move the game to Murrayfield, that's nicely enclosed so less wind.

It'll cope better with the massive crowd as well.

We don't have a special relationship with the SRU

[Keith_M]

Pitch will be wrecked from the rugger tomorrow. :greengrin


Still be in better condition than Tynecastle, though

:wink:

[Golden Bear]

Pitch will be wrecked from the rugger tomorrow. :greengrin

Hybrid pitch --------------much, much better than the one at piggery park.

:agree:

[green day]

Still be in better condition than Tynecastle, though

:wink:

Talking of crap pitches, wtf has happened to Ibrox?

Looked awful in the middle the other night.

[Hermit Crab]

Talking of crap pitches, wtf has happened to Ibrox?

Looked awful in the middle the other night.


I commented on that during the warm up, the sides and goal mouths are nearly bare.

[staunchhibby]

Any word re parking on Sunday.Do remember one time we were allowed to park in Morrisons

[weecounty hibby]

There was a game called off at The Recs, refuse to call it Indodrill as it's been the Recs for my 51 years on the planet, just a few weeks ago due to flooding. CBA looking it up but it may have been v Arbroath. Anyway as Spike says, Alloa is looking at its very best today as the sun shines down on us wee county folks. Sunday may be just a bit inclement though!!

[Allant1981]

Any word re parking on Sunday.Do remember one time we were allowed to park in Morrisons

Plenty of parking nearby, there are houses just opposite, or the council car parks in the town centre, or yes morrisons/b&m car park. KFC are trying to stop folk parking in their car park now so probably best to try avoid there

[Alfred E Newman]

It will be called off on Sunday at 11-30am.! 😡

[Renfrew_Hibby]

Treatment room might resemble an emergency ward come Monday morning.

[Ardenttwo]

:agree:, lowest warning there is

Yellow Warning: Yellow warnings can be issued for a range of weather situations. Many are issued when it is likely that the weather will cause some low level impacts, including some disruption to travel in a few places. Many people may be able to continue with their daily routine, but there will be some that will be directly impacted and so it is important to assess if you could be affected. Other yellow warnings are issued when the weather could bring much more severe impacts to the majority of people but the certainty of those impacts occurring is much lower. It is important to read the content of yellow warnings to determine which weather situation is being covered by the yellow warning.


Alloa weather for 12:00 hrs on Sunday. Wind SW 26 mph with gusts of 42 mph

[weecounty hibby]

Plenty of parking nearby, there are houses just opposite, or the council car parks in the town centre, or yes morrisons/b&m car park. KFC are trying to stop folk parking in their car park now so probably best to try avoid there
The nearby streets all have signs up about no football parking allowed. Not sure how they enforce that but signs definitely up. There should be plenty of parking within a ten minute walk. Morrisons across from the Recs is closest, car park in the town centre opposite the train station 10 minute walk, car park at the back of the town hall is max 15 minutes walk away. These should be fairly quiet on a Sunday morning.

[HendoDelivered]

If only they had a roof eh :greengrin

[Billy Whizz]

The nearby streets all have signs up about no football parking allowed. Not sure how they enforce that but signs definitely up. There should be plenty of parking within a ten minute walk. Morrisons across from the Recs is closest, car park in the town centre opposite the train station 10 minute walk, car park at the back of the town hall is max 15 minutes walk away. These should be fairly quiet on a Sunday morning.
Is the old wasteland behind the gazebo still in use as a car park

[weecounty hibby]

Is the old wasteland behind the gazebo still in use as a car park

No, that is now a big Lidl. Just done my shopping there actually!
Edit. Should have said they have a great bakery in there!!

[Billy Whizz]

No, that is now a big Lidl. Just done my shopping there actually!

Ok ta
Been a few years since I was at a game in Alloa

[Smartie]

There was a game called off at The Recs, refuse to call it Indodrill as it's been the Recs for my 51 years on the planet, just a few weeks ago due to flooding. CBA looking it up but it may have been v Arbroath. Anyway as Spike says, Alloa is looking at its very best today as the sun shines down on us wee county folks. Sunday may be just a bit inclement though!!

What is the “wee county”?

Is it Clackmannanshire?

[Waxy]

The nearby streets all have signs up about no football parking allowed. Not sure how they enforce that but signs definitely up. There should be plenty of parking within a ten minute walk. Morrisons across from the Recs is closest, car park in the town centre opposite the train station 10 minute walk, car park at the back of the town hall is max 15 minutes walk away. These should be fairly quiet on a Sunday morning.
You can park your car but dont park your football.

[Allant1981]

The nearby streets all have signs up about no football parking allowed. Not sure how they enforce that but signs definitely up. There should be plenty of parking within a ten minute walk. Morrisons across from the Recs is closest, car park in the town centre opposite the train station 10 minute walk, car park at the back of the town hall is max 15 minutes walk away. These should be fairly quiet on a Sunday morning.

Friends of mine stay in Hillcrest drive and they always have folk park outside the house so dont think it is

[weecounty hibby]

You can park your car but dont park your football.
Some of shooting could easily see footballs parked in that street

[weecounty hibby]

Friends of mine stay in Hillcrest drive and they always have folk park outside the house so dont think it is
Yeah, don't doubt it but signs are definitely in place, maybe not as far back as Hillcrest Dr though

[weecounty hibby]

What is the “wee county”?

Is it Clackmannanshire?

Yip, smallest county in Scotland and now in the whole of the UK now that Rutland has been swallowed up by something else

[CloudSquall]

Weather: Drizzle and a slight wind

Hibs.net: "Game off?"

[Allant1981]

Yip, smallest county in Scotland and now in the whole of the UK now that Rutland has been swallowed up by something else

Stayed in alva for years before I crossed the water to sunny grangemouth!! I had never heard of the place before I moved there, had to find it on the map, lovely area to live. Laddie still stays in tilly with his mum so through all the time

[EI255]

I certainly wouldn't trust the Apple weather forecast. Its always badly wrong.

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[brianmc]

Weather: Drizzle and a slight wind

Hibs.net: "Game off?"

Not sure where you're getting that forecast from.
According to the BBC website (the most accurate one in my experience) the game will take place in conditions of 40 to 50mph winds, with accompanying showers - following a constant deluge of heavy rain for the preceding 24 hours.

Remember, if the ball won't stay in place for corners, free kicks or goal kicks to be taken then it's game off.

[weecounty hibby]

Stayed in alva for years before I crossed the water to sunny grangemouth!! I had never heard of the place before I moved there, had to find it on the map, lovely area to live. Laddie still stays in tilly with his mum so through all the time
Aye it really is a great place to live. Sadly it has suffered like all small industrial towns. It used to have a great nightlife with many great pubs and clubs but sadly we are now down to about half a dozen places. We have cornered the market in supermarkets though. Swapped industry for supermarkets and commuters. Been a Hibs SC from here since the sixties and still run a bus to eavry home game. Only downside is the place is infested with Guns and celtic. Still a fair amount of Hibbies for a place forty odd miles outside of Edinburgh

[Jonnyboy]

Weather: Drizzle and a slight wind

Hibs.net: "Game off?"

Oh the irony re your username 😁

[JXM73]

Aye it really is a great place to live. Sadly it has suffered like all small industrial towns. It used to have a great nightlife with many great pubs and clubs but sadly we are now down to about half a dozen places. We have cornered the market in supermarkets though. Swapped industry for supermarkets and commuters. Been a Hibs SC from here since the sixties and still run a bus to eavry home game. Only downside is the place is infested with Guns and celtic. Still a fair amount of Hibbies for a place forty odd miles outside of Edinburgh

Perfect for both our commutes, quiet end of dodge and best no to speak to the natives...been here 11 years now...

Done both closest grounds this season, albion being a tad closer...

[Carheenlea]

Any word re parking on Sunday.Do remember one time we were allowed to park in Morrisons

Last couple of visits there I’m sure we were specifically requested to park in the Morrison’s car park - hopefully same again as it was pretty handy and a short walk from ground.

[tamig]

I certainly wouldn't trust the Apple weather forecast. Its always badly wrong.

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Daily Express is always on the ball with weather. Always a winner 👍

[Waxy]

Weather: Drizzle and a slight wind

Hibs.net: "Game off?"

Did Hibs.net not have a game cancelled a couple of weeks ago because of a dusting of snow in livingston the day before?

[Onion]

Not sure where you're getting that forecast from.
According to the BBC website (the most accurate one in my experience) the game will take place in conditions of 40 to 50mph winds, with accompanying showers - following a constant deluge of heavy rain for the preceding 24 hours.

Remember, if the ball won't stay in place for corners, free kicks or goal kicks to be taken then it's game off.

Montrose away 75/76 ... shudder :rolleyes:

[mjhibby]

Metcheck forecast saying heavy rain for twelve hours before the game but sunshine and showers for kick off. Just the 33 mph winds according to them. It's going to be tough for both sides.

[Jack Hackett]

Daily Express is always on the ball with weather. Always a winner ��


:greengrin

... So it's Arctic blizzards and people crawling to overwhelmed A&E's on all fours then?

Edit:

Sorry. That should read...

ARCTIC BLIZZARDS!!!

[Brooster]

Weather: Drizzle and a slight wind

Hibs.net: "Game off?"

Correct. We get the same snowflake patter at least 6 times a season these days.

[Hermit Crab]

Ok ta
Been a few years since I was at a game in Alloa


Alloa station has 64 spaces. Free. :wink:

https://www.scotrail.co.uk/plan-your-journey/stations-and-facilities/alo

[weecounty hibby]

Alloa station has 64 spaces. Free. :wink:

https://www.scotrail.co.uk/plan-your-journey/stations-and-facilities/alo
Good luck with that, a very busy wee station and never many spaces left. May be lucky in a Sunday Morning though. Car park opposite has probably a couple of hundred spaces

[davhibby]

BSC website says Morrisons for parking. Used it when we played Alloa over recent years and it’s only a couple of minutes walk to the turnstiles and plenty of spaces

[jacomo]

:greengrin

... So it's Arctic blizzards and people crawling to overwhelmed A&E's on all fours then?

Edit:

Sorry. That should read...

ARCTIC BLIZZARDS!!!



No doubt they’ll name and shame a Remoaner who happens to be away on holiday, sipping wine in the sunshine while Great Britain experiences ARTIC HELL.

[wookie70]

:greengrin

... So it's Arctic blizzards and people crawling to overwhelmed A&E's on all fours then?

Edit:

Sorry. That should read...

ARCTIC BLIZZARDS!!!


You missed the scary red and purple map

[Hermit Crab]

Thats the rain started in Edinburgh and surrounding areas.

[Jim44]

Under normal circumstances we would undoubtedly progress to the next round with ease. Severe weather conditions take the formality out of the issue and I would rather not run the risk of a major upset. I won’t shed a tear if the game’s called off. :worried:

[Since452]

Under normal circumstances we would undoubtedly progress to the next round with ease. Severe weather conditions take the formality out of the issue and I would rather not run the risk of a major upset. I won’t shed a tear if the game’s called off. :worried:

BSC will be hoping it's on with 60mph winds and rain.

[green with envy]

I have no doubt that the game will go ahead on Sunday 12.00.

[Allant1981]

Under normal circumstances we would undoubtedly progress to the next round with ease. Severe weather conditions take the formality out of the issue and I would rather not run the risk of a major upset. I won’t shed a tear if the game’s called off. :worried:

you are genuinely worried about a lowland league team beating us because of a bit wind and rain?

[green with envy]

BSC will be hoping it's on with 60mph winds and rain.

Why?

[Vault Boy]

Why?

I think the general point is fair - which is that the more of a slog and less of a football game the match becomes, the more the odds become less heavily weighted in our favour.

However, I'd argue that in any conditions we would remain very strong favourites and that BSC would probably prefer to play in decent conditions too, for the sake of the tie as a whole.

I just hope the game is on tbh.

[green with envy]

I think the general point is fair - which is that the more of a slog and less of a football game the match becomes, the more the odds become less heavily weighted in our favour.

However, I'd argue that in any conditions we would remain very strong favourites and that BSC would probably prefer to play in decent conditions too, for the sake of the tie as a whole.

I just hope the game is on tbh.

Seriously, I really believe the general point is a myth. However we will see come Sunday.

[Green Badger]

BSC will be hoping it's on with 60mph winds and rain.

if those are the conditions, it won’t kick off

[Waxy]

BSC will be hoping it's on with 60mph winds and rain.

Far more likely we will cope with adverse weather better than a collection of ordinary guys who have a kick about twice a week.

[JimBHibees]

Under normal circumstances we would undoubtedly progress to the next round with ease. Severe weather conditions take the formality out of the issue and I would rather not run the risk of a major upset. I won’t shed a tear if the game’s called off. :worried:

Agree anything that makes it a lottery is certainly not to Hibs benefit. Maybe better if game cancelled and play it in normal weather. Strong winds usually kills a game especially in grounds as exposed as Alloa.

[JimBHibees]

you are genuinely worried about a lowland league team beating us because of a bit wind and rain?

Yes they aren't as bad as some are making out had a really good away win in the cup at East fife who were near top of league 1 at the time. That added to strong winds and artificial pitch imo puts the gap closer. Anything which reduces it being a proper game with the ball out the pitch most of the game and it being a battle increases the chance of a shock result.

[Allant1981]

Yes they aren't as bad as some are making out had a really good away win in the cup at East fife who were near top of league 1 at the time. That added to strong winds and artificial pitch imo puts the gap closer. Anything which reduces it being a proper game with the ball out the pitch most of the game and it being a battle increases the chance of a shock result.

Sorry just cant agree, one win does not make them a decent team, they arent even top of the lowland league, the gap may be closer yes but should still be at least 4 or 5 goals in it

[Heisenberg]

Yes they aren't as bad as some are making out had a really good away win in the cup at East fife who were near top of league 1 at the time. That added to strong winds and artificial pitch imo puts the gap closer. Anything which reduces it being a proper game with the ball out the pitch most of the game and it being a battle increases the chance of a shock result.

While the weather can make a difference we are talking about a team who aren’t even top of the Lowland League. If we can’t win a battle against that then it’ll be the worst result in the clubs history.

[JimBHibees]

While the weather can make a difference we are talking about a team who aren’t even top of the Lowland League. If we can’t win a battle against that then it’ll be the worst result in the clubs history.

Anything that increases the chances of that happening should be avoided if possible imo.

[Springbank]

While the weather can make a difference we are talking about a team who aren’t even top of the Lowland League. If we can’t win a battle against that then it’ll be the worst result in the clubs history.

It's a game I would not risk wholesale changes with, and a strong controlled engine room of docherty, omeonga & allan plus Boyle doidge & McNulty would be my starting front 6.

I'd think of bringing on Murray, gullan, horgan but important to get in front from the off

[Col2]

The game is likely to be off given the current forecast for 12pm-2pm Sunday.

Gusts of 60mph.

[Waxy]

Really cant remember a game called off due to wind?

[Glory Lurker]

Really cant remember a game called off due to wind?

Me neither.

Mind a game against United in 98 when the wind was so bad it held up a clearance (by Oli, I think?) and started blowing it back the way. Howling gale. Won 3-2, I think.

[green day]

The game is likely to be off given the current forecast for 12pm-2pm Sunday.

Gusts of 60mph.

Have you never been to a match played in windy conditions before?

[ionahibby]

Celtic game being considered for a call off so can’t see hibs game being on either. Fans travelling in a weather warning will be the deciding factor.

[Since452]

Celtic game being considered for a call off so can’t see hibs game being in either. Fans travelling in a weather warning will be the deciding factor.

Yeah it isn't so much the game itself

[Spike Mandela]

Wind is one of football’s great levellers.

Remember beating Rangers 2-0, I think, in very windy conditions at ER. The galie would take a bye kick and the ball would end up coming back at him due to the gust as if an opposition player had launched it in his direction.

[wookie70]

Wind will be a bigger problem 9n astro. The ball will roll at set pieces. I'd rather watch a game in heavy rain than heavy wind as it really ruins football.

[JohnMcM]

If the projected winds (60-80mph) materialise it's likely the Forth, Kincardine and Clackmannanshire bridges will be closed for a while. If driving best plan extra time to go the long way round.

:flag:

[FilipinoHibs]

Celtic game being considered for a call off so can’t see hibs game being on either. Fans travelling in a weather warning will be the deciding factor.

Celtic game two hours later and further west. The front is moving west to east and may slow down. So Hibs game may just miss it. Updated Sunday morning forecast key.

[matty_f]

Anyone whose ever been up to the training centre will know that it is, officially, the windiest place on Earth. Therefore I fully expect gale force winds to play right into our hands.

[Wheat Hound]

https://twitter.com/BSCGlasgow/status/1226072933061349384?s=20

BSC expecting game to go ahead

[JXM73]

It's sunny with a light breeze at moment...got my kite out and everything...talking michael fish

[Billy Whizz]

Winds seem to be dropping around KO time. Around 25/30, although some gusts of 50

https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/forecast/gcvr1xrb6#2020-02-09

[Spike Mandela]

High winds forecast for alloa in 10 mins. Current weather:

22972

Trees, still as anything.

[Wheat Hound]

Winds seem to be dropping around KO time. Around 25/30, although some gusts of 50

https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/forecast/gcvr1xrb6#2020-02-09

Things hopefully looking a bit more promising now

[weecounty hibby]

High winds forecast for alloa in 10 mins. Current weather:

22972

Trees, still as anything.
You seem to have been blown over in the high winds!!

[Spike Mandela]

You seem to have been blown over in the high winds!!
:greengrin:greengrin:greengrin

[Billy Whizz]

High winds forecast for alloa in 10 mins. Current weather:

22972

Trees, still as anything.

How can tell in a still photo, if it’s windy or not🤣

[Carheenlea]

High winds ruin games of football, but you can’t call a game off simply because the conditions won’t be conducive to an attractive match. By that logic there would be grounds for calling off a Livingston v Hearts match because it’s not going to be very pleasing on the eye.

[Spike Mandela]

How can tell in a still photo, if it’s windy or not🤣

Fair point😀 Those trees and bushes bend quite a bit in strong wind though. Trust me, it’s as still as the night.😎

[aljo7-0]

How can tell in a still photo, if it’s windy or not🤣

Good grief it's windy, not only have the trees been blown on their sides but so have the houses!

[HairyMM]

Anyone whose ever been up to the training centre will know that it is, officially, the windiest place on Earth. Therefore I fully expect gale force winds to play right into our hands.


Great point Matty......the windier the better and we will take any advantage we can get :aok: :flag:

[Pretty Boy]

I always love these threads when people say 'sunny and clear in Edinburgh now' as if it's somehow relevant to the weather in 24 hours. Weather changes.

[Keith_M]

Have you never been to a match played in windy conditions before?


The last game at Livi would be one.

Not as strong winds, admittedly, but it was quite bad.

[Inconsequential]

Everywhere you go always take the weather. If you want to know what wind is go to the Isle of Tiree. The wind surfing championship has been cancelled due to the windy conditions. :rolleyes:

[AFKA5814_Hibs]

Just walked up from the pub with the dog. The wind gust at the moment (56mph) is the same as what is forecast for 12pm tomorrow in Alloa so good luck to those standing on the terraces tomorrow.

[Carheenlea]

Watching the rugby on TV and there are swathes of empty seats in lower tiers - looks like lots of fans have decided to abandon going with weather forecast, or stayed in pub.

[hibby6270]

Watching the rugby on TV and there are swathes of empty seats in lower tiers - looks like lots of fans have decided to abandon going with weather forecast, or stayed in pub.

Is it not fans in seats wearing plastic ponchos making it look as though the seats are empty?

[Pretty Boy]

Watching the rugby on TV and there are swathes of empty seats in lower tiers - looks like lots of fans have decided to abandon going with weather forecast, or stayed in pub.

Game is a bit of a farce as well. Every kick is a total lottery.

[BS44]

Watching the rugby on TV and there are swathes of empty seats in lower tiers - looks like lots of fans have decided to abandon going with weather forecast, or stayed in pub.

Isn't that just colour of ponchos?

[The 90+2]

Game is a bit of a farce as well. Every kick is a total lottery.

I’m not complaining. 😁

[CB_NO3]

Is it not fans in seats wearing plastic ponchos making it look as though the seats are empty?

Spot on. Safe to say there is no empty seats.

[Hermit Crab]

Take this rugby talk to the other sports section.

[Pretty Boy]

Take this rugby talk to the other sports section.

Do you want my admin log in details and you can shift it there or do you want to just allow us to do our jobs?

Given this thread is about the weather and it's influence on our game tomorrow then I can see how the impact of the weather on a sporting event being played in similar conditions is relevant.

[Hermit Crab]

Do you want my admin log in details and you can shift it there or do you want to just allow us to do our jobs?

Given this thread is about the weather and it's influence on our game tomorrow then I can see how the impact of the weather on a sporting event being played in similar conditions is relevant.


No thanks, thankless job.

[Carheenlea]

Is it not fans in seats wearing plastic ponchos making it look as though the seats are empty?


Isn't that just colour of ponchos?


Spot on. Safe to say there is no empty seats.

:embarrass yes, my wife just pointed that out to me as well... Glasses are in the car and I’m not going out in that to fetch them for second half.

[JimBHibees]

Do you want my admin log in details and you can shift it there or do you want to just allow us to do our jobs?

Given this thread is about the weather and it's influence on our game tomorrow then I can see how the impact of the weather on a sporting event being played in similar conditions is relevant.

The discussion is completely relevant to tomorrow's game.

[givescotlandfreedom]

Take this rugby talk to the other sports section.

I hope the wind doesn't spoil the skillful beauty of the sport.

[BILLYHIBS]

Just been ootside !

Starting to blaw a hoolie

Reminds me of the great great storm of 1987

The game could be in doubt if it disnae cool its jets

:cb

[Hermit Crab]

I hope the wind doesn't spoil the skillful beauty of the sport.


:tee hee:

[weecounty hibby]

Update from about a mile or so away from the Recs. If the wind continues like this there will be no way to hold the ball still at goal kicks, corners, free kicks etc. It is also absolutely lashing down. If as forecast this continues it will be a nightmare. Wrap up warm and wear waterproof clothing if going tomorrow

[Hermit Crab]

Update from about a mile or so away from the Recs. If the wind continues like this there will be no way to hold the ball still at goal kicks, corners, free kicks etc. It is also absolutely lashing down. If as forecast this continues it will be a nightmare. Wrap up warm and wear waterproof clothing if going tomorrow


Sure its to calm down a bit prior to kick off.

[Onion]

The discussion is completely relevant to tomorrow's game.

As will be the Falkrik v Hearts match tonight - which is going to be a feast of silky soccer and worth every penny :greengrin

[Keith_M]

Update from about a mile or so away from the Recs. If the wind continues like this there will be no way to hold the ball still at goal kicks, corners, free kicks etc. It is also absolutely lashing down. If as forecast this continues it will be a nightmare. Wrap up warm and wear waterproof clothing if going tomorrow



I can't believe it hasn't sold out already...


:duck:

[weecounty hibby]

As will be the Falkrik v Hearts match tonight - which is going to be a feast of silky soccer and worth every penny :greengrin
A continuation of the game at Murrayfield!!

[AFKA5814_Hibs]

Sure its to calm down a bit prior to kick off.

BBC weather says the wind's to be its strongest between 12-3pm.

[wookie70]

Sure its to calm down a bit prior to kick off.

From the forecast I can see the forecast for this time tomorrow in Alloa is about the same as the weather now almost certainly blowing a gale and pouring with rain. Hope it is off.

[Keith_M]

From the forecast I can see the forecast for this time tomorrow in Alloa is about the same as the weather now almost certainly blowing a gale and pouring with rain. Hope it is off.


Maybe they could cancel it half way through and play again on Wednesday at Tynecastle... tickets for the first game valid for the rearranged match and everybody else gets in for £10.

[The 90+2]

From the forecast I can see the forecast for this time tomorrow in Alloa is about the same as the weather now almost certainly blowing a gale and pouring with rain. Hope it is off.

Can’t see our match being in tomorrow.

[greenlex]

Just nipped our for my Chinese carry out. Holy ****. I hope it’s not as bad as this tomorrow up there or were in for a real treat.
Now home sitting watching the rugby in front of the log burner.

[Since452]

Be amazed if it's on

[wookie70]

The game at Falkirk will give us a clue about tomorrow. Their main stand will protect the pitch from the elements far more than Alloa's tomorrow. If it is shocking tonight it will likely be worse tomorrow

[green with envy]

Maybe they could cancel it half way through and play again on Wednesday at Tynecastle... tickets for the first game valid for the rearranged match and everybody else gets in for £10.

Don't you realise that there is league game against Ross County on Wednesday?

[Billy Whizz]

The game at Falkirk will give us a clue about tomorrow. Their main stand will protect the pitch from the elements far more than Alloa's tomorrow. If it is shocking tonight it will likely be worse tomorrow

Wind speeds about the same tonight at Falkirk and at Alloa tomorrow
Think it’s to be a bit drier at Alloa tomorrow, than Falkirk tonight

[wookie70]

Wind speeds about the same tonight at Falkirk and at Alloa tomorrow
Think it’s to be a bit drier at Alloa tomorrow, than Falkirk tonight

Not from what I can see 50/60% chance of heavy rain and almost 100% chance of very strong winds. I doubt the gazebo will offer much protection as it is a SW wind which will be across and into the area behind the goals. Those who bought home tickets done the right thing

[green day]

Watched the rugby and - while its not exactly the same as they put the ball in the air more - that was pretty much unplayable tonight...........and yet they just cracked on and played.

I imagine the same will happen tomorrow - I trust we will try and play the ball on the ground.....

[lucky]

The game should be off if the weather is as bad as forecast. Why should fans suffer to watch their team? Fans comfort and fan safety should be at forefront of decisions in playing games

[B.H.F.C]

The game should be off if the weather is as bad as forecast. Why should fans suffer to watch their team? Fans comfort and fan safety should be at forefront of decisions in playing games

No chance. Man up and get on with it, if the conditions are deemed playable. Otherwise, where do you draw the line?

My ticket isn’t for the terracing tomorrow. If it was, my opinion might be different though!

[Allant1981]

The game should be off if the weather is as bad as forecast. Why should fans suffer to watch their team? Fans comfort and fan safety should be at forefront of decisions in playing games

Safety yes but comfort? Where do you draw the line, if it gets too cold do you call a game off, if it get too hot in the summer(unlikely) does it then get called off

[Robbo6-2]

The game should be off if the weather is as bad as forecast. Why should fans suffer to watch their team? Fans comfort and fan safety should be at forefront of decisions in playing games

Suppose we are lucky your no making decisions

[Keith_M]

Don't you realise that there is league game against Ross County on Wednesday?


Some people are just so negative!

[green with envy]

Some people are just so negative!

You are - Aren't you

[Pretty Boy]

2 minutes played in the Hearts game and you can see how hard it is to play in these conditions. Ball is just running away constantly even when it's on the ground.

I played in a game about 4 or 5 years ago at Peffermill that was abandoned because of wind. I took a goal kick and the ball looped back in the air and barely made it out of the 18 yard box. Ref called it there and then.

[DH1875]

Hope the camera men are better prepared tomorrow than the ones at the Falkirk game. Wipe the lens ffs

[Diclonius]

Surely this game can't go ahead.

[greenlex]

2 minutes played in the Hearts game and you can see how hard it is to play in these conditions. Ball is just running away constantly even when it's on the ground.

I played in a game about 4 or 5 years ago at Peffermill that was abandoned because of wind. I took a goal kick and the ball looped back in the air and barely made it out of the 18 yard box. Ref called it there and then.
That’s just Hearts.

[supermcginn]

The game should be off if the weather is as bad as forecast. Why should fans suffer to watch their team? Fans comfort and fan safety should be at forefront of decisions in playing games

If you want comfort go to the cinema.

[flash]

If it's the same as the Hertz game then get on with it. If it's not safe to travel then call it off.

[H113EE5]

Just back from Murrayfield. :sick::sick: Sport shouldn’t be played in these conditions.

[wearethehibs]

Holland and Belgium have postponed all of tomorrow's fixtures because of this storm

[DH1875]

Holland and Belgium have postponed all of tomorrow's fixtures because of this storm

Pfft. They'd never survive in a league with us and the Scandinavians.

[Albanian Hibs]

The game should be off if the weather is as bad as forecast. Why should fans suffer to watch their team? Fans comfort and fan safety should be at forefront of decisions in playing games

Man up ffs

[chrisski33]

Watched the rugby and - while its not exactly the same as they put the ball in the air more - that was pretty much unplayable tonight...........and yet they just cracked on and played.

I imagine the same will happen tomorrow - I trust we will try and play the ball on the ground.....
Tbh weather forecast to be worse tomorrow and could be travel problems esp trains

[Hibbyradge]

Man up ffs

Like not wanting to stand fighting a gale in the pishing rain is an indicator of masculinity.

[Jim44]

I’ve been chastened for suggesting that we shouldn’t be expected to play in ridiculous conditions, but it seems that my fears are groundless. I hope the game goes ahead because, apparently, we will definitely come out on top. Fine, bring ‘em on. :hibees

[PH91]

2 minutes played in the Hearts game and you can see how hard it is to play in these conditions. Ball is just running away constantly even when it's on the ground.

I played in a game about 4 or 5 years ago at Peffermill that was abandoned because of wind. I took a goal kick and the ball looped back in the air and barely made it out of the 18 yard box. Ref called it there and then.

Links in Musselburgh is the ultimate place for a wind assisted game, the kind where the team with the wind is 4-0 up at ht and get beat 5-4.

I've played in games there where the keeper has had to save their own goal kick, tipping it over for a corner.

[wookie70]

Links in Musselburgh is the ultimate place for a wind assisted game, the kind where the team with the wind is 4-0 up at ht and get beat 5-4.

I've played in games there where the keeper has had to save their own goal kick, tipping it over for a corner.

I'll trump you imo with Poltonhall. It has its own microclimate many degrees below Bonnyrigg and with a near constant wind.

[Since452]

If it's anything like the Jumbos game tonight it should be off. Horrendous for players and fans and no that wasn't just because of two poor teams

[Juniper Greens]

Links in Musselburgh is the ultimate place for a wind assisted game, the kind where the team with the wind is 4-0 up at ht and get beat 5-4.

I've played in games there where the keeper has had to save their own goal kick, tipping it over for a corner.

If the ball doesn't leave the box it's a retake,if the keeper genuinely saved it, it's a foul

[tamig]

Safety yes but comfort? Where do you draw the line, if it gets too cold do you call a game off, if it get too hot in the summer(unlikely) does it then get called off

Absolutely. Far too many saps around these days. If the game’s on and folk choose not to go because of a bit of wind and rain, more’s the pity them. There are many more places on our planet suffering genuine hardship due to various weather phenomena and folk here are worrying about a bit of rain and a stiff breeze. Unreal.

[greenlex]

I’ve just poked my big Baldy napper outside and I can report there’s water lying out front that I’ve never seen in over ten years at my current gaff. If this continues and it’s the same up there it’ll be waterlogged pitch that scuppers it and not wind..

[hibsboy69]

Absolutely. Far too many saps around these days. If the game’s on and folk choose not to go because of a bit of wind and rain, more’s the pity them. There are many more places on our planet suffering genuine hardship due to various weather phenomena and folk here are worrying about a bit of rain and a stiff breeze. Unreal.

At midday tomorrow in Alloa the wind speed is 55mph and the chance of heavy rain is forecast at 96% !

I don't think there's anything "sappy" about questioning the wisdom of playing a game (an extremely important one for us) in what can only be described as farcical conditions that turn a game of football into a lottery

"Saps" ! :faf:

[tamig]

At midday tomorrow in Alloa the wind speed is 55mph and the chance of heavy rain is forecast at 96% !

I don't think there's anything "sappy" about questioning the wisdom of playing a game (an extremely important one for us) in what can only be described as farcical conditions that turn a game of football into a lottery

"Saps" ! :faf:

Read back at the posts leading up to the one I quoted. “Comfort” was a term used. Sappiness in my book 👍

[IrnBru22]

If the ball doesn't leave the box it's a retake

That’s not a rule anymore.

[Hibbyradge]

Read back at the posts leading up to the one I quoted. “Comfort” was a term used. Sappiness in my book 👍

Correct. I go to matches wearing a hair shirt and shoes 3 sizes too small. No danger I'd ever wear a hat.

Real men. Real discomfort.

[Eyrie]

Correct. I go to matches wearing a hair shirt and shoes 3 sizes too small. No danger I'd ever wear a hat.

Real men. Real discomfort.

I wouldn't wear a hat either in 50mph wind.

Well, not for very long.

[Hibbyradge]

I wouldn't wear a hat either in 50mph wind.

Well, not for very long.

Woolly hats are perfect in high winds.

For saps anyway.

[JXM73]

Just been out walkin dogs, there's no wind in alloa..rain constant though...

[1875godsgift]

Correct. I go to matches wearing a hair shirt and shoes 3 sizes too small. No danger I'd ever wear a hat.

Real men. Real discomfort.

Don't need one.

I've got so much manly body hair I just wear a normal shirt, 3 sizes too small.

Same effect, no dry-cleaning bill.

Win - win, as they say.

[FilipinoHibs]

Just been out walkin dogs, there's no wind in alloa..rain constant though...

So just normal Weather for February in Alloa.

[Hermit Crab]

Drove through Alloa and past the ground about 22:45 tonight, no wind at all just rain but it wasn't torrential, back in the lothians now and again no wind just heavy rain. Hope it stays as calm as this.

EDIT - gazebo and floodlights were still standing too. No local flooding closing roads around the ground

[NOLA]

Only thing to worry about is the pitch being waterlogged

[monktonharp]

still wearing hiking boots, brolly, hat , thermals etc just in case the game is actually on.:greengrin can it be any worse than Cowdenbeath, a few years back? the pound shop sold me the last umbrella that day and I charged 50p for a loan of it, for 10 minutes. made a fortune

[Hermit Crab]

Only thing to worry about is the pitch being waterlogged


You'd think there would be pumps on stand by. BSC will want this game played tomorrow.

[davhibby]

You'd think there would be pumps on stand by. BSC will want this game played tomorrow.

The fact that Alloa had an issue with the pumps recently and the forecast you’d think they’ll be better prepared than Alloa probably were for the game that got postponed

[Hermit Crab]

Just got up for a piss, absolutely no wind at the moment and its only very light rain here in mussy/Edinburgh.

[SteveHFC]

Just got up for a piss, absolutely no wind at the moment and its only very light rain here in mussy/Edinburgh.

I walked from George Street to Nicholson Street earlier on and The rain was horrible to walk in.

[Forza Fred]

I walked from George Street to Nicholson Street earlier on and The rain was horrible to walk in.

I popped my heid out the windae where I am and its not very nice either.

Its just after 3pm here and since 9am this morning we've had 52 mm of rain.

Cannae beat you on that famous Edinburgh wind though..we've only got 30 kilometres an hour just now.

Disappointing if the game is cancelled, but weather can be a great leveller, skill wise, and probably better safe than sorry.

[HH81]

The weather here is crazy, wind is awful and the rain almost sounds as loud.

Looked at the forecast for here right now and then alloa for 12pm. About the same so no chance the game will be played.

Looks like were getting worst of it started last night and going on all day today. Keeping me awake.

[PH91]

If the ball doesn't leave the box it's a retake,if the keeper genuinely saved it, it's a foul

That could well be right although a corner was definitely given!!

[Hermit Crab]

This has to be called early before fans start travelling, given that the match in Falkirk was on last night I think ours will be unless the pitch is flooded.

[Borderhibbie76]

Ridiculous if it's on really when they are telling people on news not to travel unless completely necessary

[Hibs90]

This has to be called early before fans start travelling, given that the match in Falkirk was on last night I think ours will be unless the pitch is flooded.

Yes. The issue is, it won't be called before fans start travelling

[Hermit Crab]

Just put the kick off back a couple of hours to when the weathers calmed bit and forget showing it on tv. :greengrin

[JXM73]

Still nae wind, rain constant though in for a soaking

[Antifa Hibs]

Ridiculous if it's on really when they are telling people on news not to travel unless completely necessary

Does choking on a pint count?

:flag:



Think it will be on. As bad as it is i don't its anyworse than Falkirk - Hearts last night. And doesn't seem to be much rail and road issues in the central belt.

[Allant1981]

There is a wee bit wind and rain just now but nothing major, last nights game was played and I dont think the weather has to be any worse today so absolutely no need for the game to be called off, unless the park is waterlogged again. Although my drive is like a swimming pool so will need to swim to the car to get there

[dp00]

I’m in the area and I’ll be surprised if it’s on. Decision needs to be taken early. You could argue game last night shouldn’t have went ahead I’d say weather worse today

Got to think of safety of fans


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[Carheenlea]

Does choking on a pint count?

:flag:



Think it will be on. As bad as it is i don't its anyworse than Falkirk - Hearts last night. And doesn't seem to be much rail and road issues in the central belt.

On the subject of pints, is there anywhere nearby the ground that one can be had before the game? Or is the noon KO too early for Alloa opening?

[FilipinoHibs]

Weather forecaste I see is rain starting to ease at midday but winds at their maximum of 30 mph then but gradually easing. Think the game will be on.

[Jones28]

I’m not far from Alloa and I can hear the rain. No wind to speak of though.

[Allant1981]

On the subject of pints, is there anywhere nearby the ground that one can be had before the game? Or is the noon KO too early for Alloa opening?

Not any pubs in the direct vicinity, need to go into the town centre but it's not that far away

[green day]

Ridiculous if it's on really when they are telling people on news not to travel unless completely necessary

Then they are clueless - it is a Yellow Met Office warning.

Not saying it wont affect the match, but statements like "dont travel" are silly under these circumstances.

Its what we would have called a very windy and wet day 20 years ago....................

[Slim Shady]

If the ball doesn't leave the box it's a retake,if the keeper genuinely saved it, it's a foul

Ball isn’t required to leave the penalty area these days. As soon as ball is kicked and moves from a goal kick - it’s in play.

[hibeejeebies]

The fact that Alloa had an issue with the pumps recently and the forecast you’d think they’ll be better prepared than Alloa probably were for the game that got postponed

I'm hearing the pumps don't work cos the vandals took the handles.

[Diclonius]

I really hope a decision is made soon before I and many others leave for the game.

[1648]

East End Bowling Club is open and half mile to the “ Stadium “.

[cookin_on_gaz]

I'm hearing the pumps don't work cos the vandals took the handles.Made me chuckle [emoji23]

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[Hermit Crab]

It’s actually not that bad at all. Although the storm may not have fully hit the Edinburgh area yet.

[Albanian Hibs]

I really hope a decision is made soon before I and many others leave for the game.

We are on our way now

[Wembley67]

We are on our way now

Aye but Albania is some trek.

[CB_NO3]

It will be on. Heading to Waverley now.

Its actually a warm breeze in Edinburgh with the odd gust.

[shamo9]

Weather is brutal in Glasgow just now. Almost got blown away.

[JXM73]

Ok now its blowing a hoolie, just waiting on the obligatory trampoline to roll by, mate says road from stirling to alloa closed....

[judas]

Was in weeg last night on the lash. Returned to The Capital about 11. Edinburgh was far worse.

[staunchhibby]

Take it no indication of pitch inspections so far

[Radium]

Ok now its blowing a hoolie, just waiting on the obligatory trampoline to roll by, mate says road from stirling to alloa closed....

https://twitter.com/nickadms/status/906957324367011840?s=21



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[degenerated]

Ridiculous if it's on really when they are telling people on news not to travel unless completely necessaryThat's for English folk, if you check the Scottish weather it says wear a big jaiket [emoji16]

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[weecounty hibby]

Righto, I'd this game is on it is a farce. Blowing a gale and absolutely horsing it down with rain. Travel is likely to be dodgy with high winds and toads flooded. I'm about to take the dog out and will report back if I make it!!
In all seriousness though they need to take in to account that there will be fans there with no cover from the elements.

[micka_weer]

Ok now its blowing a hoolie, just waiting on the obligatory trampoline to roll by, mate says road from stirling to alloa closed....

On way home last night (in Ayrshire) police were on A77 retrieving a roll away trampoline!

[Greenworld]

Righto, I'd this game is on it is a farce. Blowing a gale and absolutely horsing it down with rain. Travel is likely to be dodgy with high winds and toads flooded. I'm about to take the dog out and will report back if I make it!!
In all seriousness though they need to take in to account that there will be fans there with no cover from the elements.These toads will be living the rain lol

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[BoomtownHibees]

Righto, I'd this game is on it is a farce. Blowing a gale and absolutely horsing it down with rain. Travel is likely to be dodgy with high winds and toads flooded. I'm about to take the dog out and will report back if I make it!!
In all seriousness though they need to take in to account that there will be fans there with no cover from the elements.

I don’t think there has ever been a game called off due to the fans getting soaked

[Allant1981]

I've just came over the clacks bridge and yes its windy and wet but I'd be amazed if the game was called off

[weecounty hibby]

These toads will be living the rain lol

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Haha shows how bad it is if the toads are flooded!!

[weecounty hibby]

I don’t think there has ever been a game called off due to the fans getting soaked

Your right but as an entertainment industry it shows how little fans are actually thought of

[greenlex]

22975Half a mile from Lexington towers. Well it’s a turn back on this route.

[BoomtownHibees]

Your right but as an entertainment industry it shows how little fans are actually thought of

No really. I don’t see any other entertainment such as music concerts etc cancelled because of the crowd getting wet

[Billy Whizz]

https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/forecast/gcvr1xrb6

Sun is due to break out in Alloa soon

[JimboHibs]

I've just came over the clacks bridge and yes its windy and wet but I'd be amazed if the game was called off

When was the last time we had a game called off mid game ? Im sure i was at a game v Dundee and game was stopped mid game due to fog and replayed ??

1984 5th Feb found this thread on .net
https://www.hibs.net/showthread.php?191201-Hibs-v-Dundee-mists-of-time

[mim]

When was the last time we had a game called off mid game ? Im sure i was at a game v Dundee and game was stopped mid game due to fog and replayed ??

We had a friendly against Raith Rovers abandoned at half time a few years ago due to a monsoon.

[SteveHFC]

When was the last time we had a game called off mid game ? Im sure i was at a game v Dundee and game was stopped mid game due to fog and replayed ??

2003 dens park abandoned at ht due to snow

[Diclonius]

When was the last time we had a game called off mid game ? Im sure i was at a game v Dundee and game was stopped mid game due to fog and replayed ??

The Kilmarnock game a few years ago where a man took ill and later died.

[BILLYHIBS]

Racing in the UK abandoned today

[Bobby's Cinema]

Motherwell at HT we were 1up might have been G'OC and sure it was a floodlight failure.

Now I think of it, add a pre-season friendly at Raith a few years back. Think it was 0-0 HT

[davhibby]

Also the Friday night floodlight fire at Motherwell, think that was one of Fenlon’s early games

[Allant1981]

Also the Friday night floodlight fire at Motherwell, think that was one of Fenlon’s early games

Was his first game I think, we were winning as well

[JimboHibs]

Motherwell at HT we were 1up might have been G'OC and sure it was a floodlight failure.

Id forgot about that,Fenlon's first game in charge.

[hibsboy69]

BBC Weather forecast for Alloa, Clackmannanshire. Today: Heavy Rain Showers. Max 11°C, min 2°C. Wind 34mph SW. https://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/2657471

57mph winds !

[Roxyhibee]

I'm hearing the pumps don't work cos the vandals took the handles.

You don’t need a weatherman, to know which way the wind blows.

[Pretty Boy]

Is there an issue with liability should someone get hurt by something like a blown down bit of roof tile at the game?

I have a few friends who are running a trail race today. The organisers sent an email last night saying the race will go ahead but they will accept no responsibility for anyone getting hurt because of the conditions. That seems a total cop out to me; it's basically saying we know it isn't really safe but we'll lose money if we have to reschedule so we'll run in unsafe conditions and simply pass on our duty of care.

I'm not sure about elsewhere but I'm in EH15 and the road is strewn with wheelie bins and a couple of trees are down. It was calm earlier but picking up again, if it's anything like this in Alloa I'd be prepared for a bit of a farce.

[JimBHibees]

BBC Weather forecast for Alloa, Clackmannanshire. Today: Heavy Rain Showers. Max 11°C, min 2°C. Wind 34mph SW. https://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/2657471

57mph winds !

Those winds game should be off imo especially given how totally exposed that ground is unlike Murrayfield which has huge stands and was still a farce.

Only positive from that forecast and the fact it says it was updated at 9.55 you would assume it is accurate is that it's only predicting light rain showers for the whole of the game time.

[Wembley67]

Rugby went ahead in worse conditions and everyone just got on with it 🙂

[HH81]

Is there an issue with liability should someone get hurt by something like a blown down bit of roof tile at the game?

I have a few friends who are running a trail race today. The organisers sent an email last night saying the race will go ahead but they will accept no responsibility for anyone getting hurt because of the conditions. That seems a total cop out to me; it's basically saying we know it isn't really safe but we'll lose money if we have to reschedule so we'll run in unsafe conditions and simply pass on our duty of care.

I'm not sure about elsewhere but I'm in EH15 and the road is strewn with wheelie bins and a couple of trees are down. It was calm earlier but picking up again, if it's anything like this in Alloa I'd be prepared for a bit of a farce.

Usually see when it's on TV that they push for it to be played.

[hibsboy69]

Rugby went ahead in worse conditions and everyone just got on with it 🙂

Two wrongs don’t make a right !

[et_hibby]

You don’t need a weatherman, to know which way the wind blows.

Or else expecting rain... This is the story of the Hurricane!

[HH81]

Rugby went ahead in worse conditions and everyone just got on with it 🙂

Rugby has just been called off.