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Thousands Left Without Power by Storm Boelo
25 Oct
Summary
- Storm Boelo caused widespread power cuts in the South East.
- Thousands of properties lost power due to high winds.
- Teams are working to restore electricity supply.
Storm Boelo, the second named storm of the season, brought severe weather to the South East of England, resulting in power outages for thousands of properties. The storm's powerful winds and heavy rain caused damage to power cables and uprooted trees, blocking roads.
UK Power Networks reported localized power cuts affecting customers across Surrey, Kent, and Sussex. Specific figures indicate 550 properties in Battle and 480 in Heathfield, East Sussex, along with 450 in Hamstreet, Kent, were without electricity. Teams are on the ground working diligently to restore power.
Other affected areas include Alfold and Cranleigh in Surrey, Bodiam in East Sussex, and Sturry and Greatstone in Kent. A yellow warning for rain was issued for the South East, with concerns about flying debris and crashing waves posing a danger.
