BRACE yourselves for some windy weather today as Storm Ciara is set to bring gusts of 70 to 80mph.
An amber weather warning has been issued for strong winds and disruptions from 8am until 9pm this Sunday, February 9.
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A road near The Meadway in Tilehurst is currently blocked and Reading Buses are being diverted due to a fallen tree.
Julie Sollory who lives on the road said she heard a "loud bang" as the tree fell down, missing cars that are parked by an inch.
She said: "The cars were just parked up, everyone heard a loud bang and creaking and the tree fell down just missing the cars by literally inches, although they are all covered in debris.
Today there are double the number of highways crews on duty in West Berkshire helping deal with the effects of #StormCiara. We're working with our partner @VolkerHighways to remove debris from roads and pavements - including this tree in Tilehurst. pic.twitter.com/dvhgJZtChA
— West Berkshire (@WestBerkshire) February 9, 2020
Storm Ciara will rock parts of Reading and Bracknell, bringing a possibility to danger to life from falling debris.
#StormCiara - A tree is blocking the railway between #Basingstoke and #Reading. Trains between these stations have been cancelled. https://t.co/apuvhGm5Ue
— National Rail (@nationalrailenq) February 9, 2020
A tree fell down on the A329M from Bracknell towards Reading.
The road is now clear and the build-up of traffic is starting to flow. Police said: "Please drive safely and to the conditions of the road."
The Met Office has said journey times may be longer and drivers in high-sided vehicles should take extra care.
Heavy rain will accompany the strong winds leading to very poor driving conditions.
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There may be some damage to buildings, such as tiles being blown from roofs, the met office has said.
Power cuts may also occur, with the potential to affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage.
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