This article is from the source 'bbc' and was first published or seen on . It last changed over 40 days ago and won't be checked again for changes.

You can find the current article at its original source at https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-50273590

The article has changed 8 times. There is an RSS feed of changes available.

Version 1 Version 2
Strong winds: Scaffolding collapses and travel disruption Strong winds: Scaffolding collapses and travel disruption
(about 1 hour later)
Cars have been damaged in a street in Dorset after scaffolding collapsed in strong winds.Cars have been damaged in a street in Dorset after scaffolding collapsed in strong winds.
The structure was blown over in Dorset Street, Blandford Forum, during the early hours, closing the road between The Close and Fields Oak. The structure was blown over in Dorset Street, Blandford Forum, during the early hours, closing the road.
Dorset Police has warned people not to make "unnecessary journeys". It comes as the Met Office predicted strong winds for the south of England and Wales and heavy rain for Scotland.
A yellow weather warning for strong winds, with gusts of up to 80mph, is in place across the south of England until 18:00 GMT. The National Coastwatch Institution at The Needles on the Isle of Wight said a wind speed of 109.4mph had been recorded at the station.
Flood warnings have also been issued by The Environment Agency for Preston Beach in Weymouth and Chiswell, West Bay, Lyme Regis and Christchurch. It said the station had been shut and plans to "safely evacuate the watch-keeping team" were under way.
The Environment Agency has also issued 22 flood alerts for rivers across Devon. The Met Office said winds of 83mph were recorded in Plymouth and 82mph in Culdrose in Cornwall.
Western Power Distribution said more than 1,500 properties in Somerset are without power after high winds caused faults. It has advised those attending or organising bonfire events to be mindful of the strength of the wind before setting off fireworks.
On the south coast Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN) said more than 3,000 homes and businesses including parts of the New Forest and the Isle of Wight are suffering power cuts. A yellow weather warning for strong winds, with gusts of up to 80mph, is in place across the south of England and parts of Wales until 18:00 GMT.
Both firms said engineers were working to restore supplies as soon as possible. Flood warnings have also been issued by the Environment Agency for Preston Beach in Weymouth and Chiswell, West Bay, Lyme Regis and Christchurch.
South Western Railway said services between Brockenhurst and Weymouth have been cancelled or delayed due to fallen trees on the line. The agency has also issued 22 flood alerts for rivers across Devon.
In West Bay, Dorset, strong winds ripped the roof off a seafront kiosk.
Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service said the seafront had now been closed "in case any further part of the structure should fail".
Western Power Distribution said more than 1,500 properties in Somerset and 3,700 properties across Devon and Cornwall were without power after high winds caused faults.
On the south coast Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN) said more than 3,000 homes and businesses, including parts of the New Forest and the Isle of Wight, were suffering power cuts.
The companies said engineers were working to restore supplies as soon as possible.
South Western Railway said services between Brockenhurst, Hampshire, and Weymouth had been cancelled or delayed due to fallen trees on the line.
Southern Railway said high winds were having an impact across the network, with a reduced service running on the Brighton mainline due to a "National Grid power blip".
Southeastern has reported delays and cancellations due to trees on the line at Paddock Wood, Deal and Whitstable.
There is also severe disruption to Gatwick Express, Southern and Thameslink services.
Brittany Ferries and Condor Ferries have also cancelled some of their sailings from Portsmouth and Poole - passengers are advised to check before they travel.Brittany Ferries and Condor Ferries have also cancelled some of their sailings from Portsmouth and Poole - passengers are advised to check before they travel.
Hovertravel services between Southsea and Ryde have been stopped and Wightlink and Red Funnel ferry routes also face disruption.Hovertravel services between Southsea and Ryde have been stopped and Wightlink and Red Funnel ferry routes also face disruption.
Ferry operator, DFDS said its crossings were also experiencing delays due to the weather.
Port of Dover Travel said sea conditions were "very rough" and urged travellers to contact shipping operators for sailing updates.
High winds have closed the pier in Bournemouth, where staff from the RockReef indoor activity had to be escorted to safety.High winds have closed the pier in Bournemouth, where staff from the RockReef indoor activity had to be escorted to safety.
In Southampton, one driver had a lucky escape when a tree fell onto the bonnet of his car. He was driving along The Avenue when the tree came down shortly before 09:30. The tree has now been cleared from the road. In Southampton, one driver escaped when a tree fell on to the bonnet of his car shortly before 09:30 GMT.
In Suffolk, strong winds have closed the Orwell Bridge. It is shut from junctions 56 to 57. Diversions are in place via the A1156, A1189 and A1214 through Ipswich.In Suffolk, strong winds have closed the Orwell Bridge. It is shut from junctions 56 to 57. Diversions are in place via the A1156, A1189 and A1214 through Ipswich.
In Wales roads have been closed and rail services affected with two weather warnings in place. In Wales, roads have been closed and rail services affected with two weather warnings in place.
A yellow warning for heavy rain covers 17 of Wales' 22 counties, with Gwynedd the only area of north Wales partially affected.A yellow warning for heavy rain covers 17 of Wales' 22 counties, with Gwynedd the only area of north Wales partially affected.
A separate wind warning runs until 18:00 and covers all southern counties.A separate wind warning runs until 18:00 and covers all southern counties.