Storm Barney brings strong winds to Shropshire
Storm Barney is brining strong winds and rain to Shropshire this evening, as the Met Office warns of gusts of up to 80 mph.
West to southwesterly gales and locally severe gales are sweeping eastwards across the county.
Widespread gusts of 50-60 mph are likely, with isolated 70 mph gusts possible.
Over the south Shropshire hills winds may gusts over 80 mph.
Rail passengers travelling between Shrewsbury and Gobowen earlier faced delays after a fallen tree blocked the line.
A tree on the line in the Shifnal area also delayed trains travelling from Shrewsbury towards Wolverhampton.
Some properties in the WV16 area of Bridgnorth are without power, supplies are expected to be restored by 9.30pm.
Trees have been reported down in Albrighton, Ludlow, Shifnal, Shrewsbury, Worfield, Sugden near Roddington and on the Buildwas to Much Wenlock road.
The strong winds are set to ease during the early hours of Wednesday.
