Gale Force
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| Initial release | 2002 |
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| Directors | Jim Wynorski |
| Screenplay | Steve Latshaw |
| Languages | English Language |
| Cinematography | Andrea V. Rossotto |
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| ID | 1522671 |
About Gale Force
A new reality program, "Treasure Hunt," features ordinary people trying to find a fortune in cash buried on a sunny island, but there's a twist that even the network doesn't know about. The host of the show has made a deal with some hired soldiers, led by Jared (Michael Dudikoff), in which they will steal the money before contestant Sam (Treat Williams) and his three teammates get to it. But the resourcefulness of the players is an unexpected surprise -- as is some very dangerous weather. …
Storm Debi: Warning over gale force winds and heavy rain
...By Emily AtkinsonBBC NewsParts of the UK are bracing for Gale Force winds and heavy rain ahead of the arrival of Storm Debi on Monday...
Rolex Fastnet Race: Yachts retire in 'brutal' conditions
... They described " numerous retirements and many others seeking temporary shelter from the Gale Force conditions in the English Channel"...
Met Office thunderstorm warning for TRNSMT festival crowds
... The warning comes after just a day before it was due to begin, because of Gale Force winds...
New Zealand storm Gabrielle: Tense wait as ex-cyclone moves over North Island
... This time, however, Gale Force winds and heavy rain have been reported, leaving as many as 22,000 people at a time without power in the region, according to local media...
Storm Arwen: Dark Hedges trees brought down by strong winds
...More of the trees made famous by TV fantasy drama Game of Thrones have fallen as Storm Arwen brought Gale Force winds across Northern Ireland...
Storm Arwen forces I'm a Celeb to abandon live show
... BBC Wales weather forecaster Derek Brockway tweeted that Wales would face " strong to severe Gale Force winds"...
Catania: Two dead as rare storm floods streets of Sicilian city
... The agency warned of potential risk to life and damage to property from heavy rain, thunderstorms and Gale Force winds in those areas...
Australia Bush fire crews battle mega blaze in the vicinity of the snow-capped mountains
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Storm Arwen forces I'm a Celeb to abandon live show
I'm a Celebrity. . Get Me Out Of Here! was forced to abandon the live element of Friday's episode as Storm Arwen hit North Wales .
The Met Office has warned of high winds likely to cause injuries in Wales and other parts of the UK.
ITV instead broadcast a pre-recorded show, filmed in Gwrych Castle , Conwy, as a precautionary measure.
Meanwhile, The Crew of a rowing boat were rescued from The Sea off the coast of Ceredigion after capsizing.
The broadcaster said presenters Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly recorded their links earlier on Friday.
" Our celebrities will remain inside The Castle , which is secure, and we have contingencies in place to cover all weather scenarios to ensure the safety of our cast and crew, " ITV said in a statement.
Earlier on Friday, a rowing boat capsized with four people on board as it was heading from Ireland to Aberystwyth. One person was airlifted to hospital with head injuries.
Meanwhile, hundreds of properties experienced power cuts in Bridgend, Swansea, Cardiff, Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Neath Port Talbot and Blaenau Gwent .
The A548 Flintshire Bridge at Connah's Quay was closed because of strong winds, The Council said.
And in Carmarthenshire, Dyfed Powys Police said a section of the A48 east of Carmarthen was closed after " A Number of collisions".
An amber wind warning covering most of north and West Wales is in place until 09:00 GMT on Saturday.
A yellow warning for wind covers all of Wales until 18:00 on Saturday.
Forecasters say damage to trees and buildings, with risk of " injuries and danger to life from flying debris".
The RNLI has urged people to stay safe near the coast as severe weather makes coastlines particularly dangerous.
The windy weather is likely to cause bridges and roads to close, and in some areas winds could exceed 70 mph.
Saturday's amber warning covers Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Gwynedd, Anglesey, Pembrokeshire, Powys and Wrexham.
Road, rail, air and ferry services may be affected, with longer journey times and cancellations possible.
Network Rail said speed restrictions would be put in place to keep passengers safe.
They will be introduced on services between Carmarthen and Fishguard, Flint and Holyhead and some sections of the South Wales mainline from 18:00 on Friday, running into Saturday.
Forecasters warned people living in or visiting coastal areas that " danger to life is likely from large waves and beach material being thrown onto coastal roads, sea fronts and properties".
'Think about additional layers'One mountain rescue team has urged people to be aware of the dangers of freezing temperatures and " exceptionally" high winds.
" It's time to think about carrying additional layers, Fully Charged torches and being prepared to change your plans or routes, " advised Ogwen Valley Mountain Rescue.
BBC Wales weather forecaster Derek Brockway tweeted that Wales would face " strong to severe Gale Force winds".
The Met Office predicted temperatures could turn " frosty in places" over the weekend, with warmer temperatures by Monday.
Watch Out For Today and tomorrow. Strong to severe Gale Force winds. Gusts 60-80mph N and W Wales coasts and hills. 50-60mph inland. Turning colder with Arctic air. Some sunshine but wintry showers with hail and sleet. A few cm of snow on Welsh hills & Mountains . ?️❄️
— Derek Brockway - weatherman (@DerekTheWeather) The Bbc is not responsible for the content of external sites. NO LAUGHING MATTER: BECAUSE HE'S ELECTRIC:Source of news: bbc.com
