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Storm Austen Postpones Bonfire Events in West Sussex
24 Oct
Summary
- Bonfire event in West Sussex postponed due to Storm Austen.
- Over 2,000 West Sussex properties experienced water supply issues.
- A second storm is forecast to bring more wind and rain.
A bonfire event in West Sussex, originally scheduled for Saturday, has been postponed to Sunday and scaled down due to the impact of Storm Austen. This postponement follows similar cancellations of bonfire events in Horsham, Ninfield, and Ashurst Wood.
Storm Austen previously caused widespread disruption across Kent, Surrey, and Sussex on Friday. Roads, railways, ferries, and flights were affected. In West Sussex, a power interruption at the Lodsworth Water Supply Works led to water supply issues for over 2,000 properties. Southern Water reported that reservoir levels were significantly affected, and they were arranging for bottled water deliveries.
As the UK braces for a second named storm, forecasters anticipate strong winds and heavy rain nationwide. This upcoming storm follows the recent passage of Storm Austen, which saw gusts up to 84mph recorded in Jersey, prompting a yellow weather warning for much of England. Additionally, part of Brighton's West Pier collapsed into the sea on Friday.
