Storm Barra: Hastings lifeboat issues safety warning

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A warning has been issued as the impact of Storm Barra is felt along the East Sussex coast.

A yellow weather warning was issued for Sussex by the Met Office today (December 7).

The Hastings lifeboat crew tweeted:  “Starting to see the effects here in #Hastings with a near-spring high tide at 1250 - stay clear of the water’s edge - beware of sea flooding the promenade - in an emergency, dial 999 and ask for the coastguard - stay safe.”

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Hastings seafront during high tide as Storm Barra arrived, Dec 7. SUS-210712-131431001Hastings seafront during high tide as Storm Barra arrived, Dec 7. SUS-210712-131431001
Hastings seafront during high tide as Storm Barra arrived, Dec 7. SUS-210712-131431001

A yellow weather warning is in place until11.59pm.

Network Rail has imposed a 50mph speed limit on all coastal lines to give train drivers more chance of spotting obstacles on the track.

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