Chichester lashed by strong winds: how long will they last and what is the outlook for later today?

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West Sussex continues to be buffeted by strong winds after storm Eunice uprooted trees and damaged buildings.

Gusts of up to 50mph are forecast for today, with a Yellow weather warning in place for Sussex until this afternoon.

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Southern Rail advises Sussex commuters not to travel today

The Met Office has warned some damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs, could happen, along with trees/branches being brought down, and that road, rail, air and ferry services may be affected, with longer journey times and cancellations possible.

Strong winds have brought down a number of trees already in the past few of days. SUS-220218-143425001Strong winds have brought down a number of trees already in the past few of days. SUS-220218-143425001
Strong winds have brought down a number of trees already in the past few of days. SUS-220218-143425001

Its guidance goes on: “Some roads and bridges may close. Power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage. Injuries and danger to life could occur from large waves and beach material being thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads and properties.”

But the winds are expected to ease later. By this afternoon, the gusts are forecast to drop to between 30 and mph, dropping further into the 20s this evening.

The night will be calmer with winds remaining in the 20s, although tomorrow is expected to be breezy again throughout the day, with gusts in the high-30s.

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