Storm Barra: Power cuts in Dorset - See the list of affected areas

A yellow weather warning is in place for the duration of Tuesday and into Wednesday as Storm Barra arrives from the west.

And the wild weather is already having an impact on homes in the area including several power outages.

We’re prepared for the high winds forecast today, as gusts in excess over 65mph are forecast across central southern England. Our engineers and support staff are ready for any issues this adverse weather might bring.

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Power cut BH23

Scottish & Southern Electricity Networks is reporting two postcodes affected by power cuts around the Christchurch area.

The outage was reported at 2.09pm and power is predicted to be restored by 5.30pm.

Power cut BH21

Scottish & Southern Electricity Networks is reporting three postcodes affected by power cuts around the Wimborne area.

The outage was reported at 11.34am and power is predicted to be restored by 5pm.

Power cut DT6

Western Power is reporting five postcodes affected by power cuts around the Bridport area.
The outage was reported at 11.26am and power is predicted to be restored by 6pm.

Power cut DT9

Scottish & Southern Electricity Networks is reporting 12 postcodes affected by power cuts around the Sherborne area.

The outage was reported at 11.20am and power is predicted to be restored by 8pm.

How severe is Storm Barra?

The Met Office warned that Storm Barra could lead to power cuts as heavy winds hit the UK.

Frank Saunders is a Chief Meteorologist at the Met Office. He said: “Strong winds arriving across the west through Tuesday morning, will spread inland and reach eastern areas through the afternoon and early evening.

“Gusts of 45-50 mph are expected widely, with 60-70 mph in exposed coastal locations. The strongest winds will ease across inland areas into the overnight period.