The Department of Infrastructure says don't panic - it could still help feed the Island if Douglas Harbour was out of action.
A Freedom of information request asked for details of any emergency plans to deliver food that would come into operation if Douglas Harbour and its two link spans were inoperable.
In its response the DOI says it has planned for just such an emergency - with vessels using the north side of Victoria Pier in Douglas for passengers and freight.
It also said small container vessels could deliver food to Victoria Pier, Commercial Quay in Ramsey, and Peel Breakwater.
Northern lights could light up Manx skies tonight
Over £7k raised by running 31 consecutive marathons
Snow and ice warning extended by 3 days
Flights resume at Ronaldsway after ice problems
Government says it's made changes after Ranson tribunal
Webcam shows extent of snow on Mountain Road, shut till Monday
Airport runway shut because of ice
80 year old swims 5km and raises thousands
