A warning has been issued across Sussex as strong winds batter the coast with fears of power being lost.
The yellow warning, issued by the Met Office, covers the entire county as wind speeds could reach 65mph in some places.
As part of the warning, buses and train services could be affected, with damage to trees also likely.
An alert on the Met Office website said: “Strong and gusty southwesterly winds may lead to some disruption, particularly for prone high-sided vehicles.
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“Southwesterly winds will widely gust to between 50 and 55 mph with gusts reaching 60 to 65 mph over some exposed coasts and hills. The highest gusts are expected between mid-morning and mid-afternoon.”
The weather warning is in place from 10am toay until 6pm this evening.
Delays are expected for high-sided vehicles while travelling across bridges, with delays to air and ferry transport likely.
The yellow warning extends from the south coast to Nottingham and also covers Kent, Hampshire, Somerset and London.
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