Demolition of Didcot A Power Station at 3am tomorrow (Sun)
Explosives will be among the methods used to demolish the landmarks, which can be seen for several miles across Oxfordshire, between 3am and 5am.
Some hand held power tools and high reach and ultra high reach machinery will also be used.
A qualified structural engineer will carry out a full structural survey prior to commencing any demolition.
A large amount of dust and debris is expected, prompting warnings from demolition firm Coleman and Company that spectators could find themselves surrounded by thick clouds of dust which would bring health and safety risks and create poor visibility.
The public is being urged to stay away from the area at the time and has reassured those interested in viewing the demolition that it will be live streamed and available to view online at www.ustream.tv/channel/cole man-co
The Health and Safety Executive, Network Rail, Thames Valley Police, the Highways Agency and Oxfordshire County Council’s Highways Authority have all been involved in planning the safe demolition, and advised an early time to minimise public presence.
However, First Great Western is offering free parking between midnight and 7am at its Foxhall Road carpark to anyone that intends to venture out for the viewing in a bid to keep cars and pedestrians from stopping on nearby roads.
The Earth Trust Centre will also be providing parking for a recommended £5 per car, and will be selling hot food. It is asking anyone who plans to attend to advise them beforehand to ensure they have adequate provisions.
It is asking motorists not to park on the approaching narrow lanes and to head striaght to the centre.
People are advised to arrive in plenty of time to secure a parking space, and to have an alternative place already planned should the car park be full on arrival.
The coal-fired power station was closed in March 2013 following 43 years of service.
The demolition of Didcot A Power Station will not be fully completed until 2016.