"Gale force" winds are heading for south east London tonight (November 17) – as Storm Barney sweeps through the UK.
Barney follows in Abigail’s footsteps, as the second storm deemed strong enough to be given its own name.
He is expected to bring winds of up to 75mph to areas of England, as the Met Office issued a yellow weather warning for Greater London, Kent and the south east.
The warning, which is in play from 4-11.30pm tonight, reads: "Be aware of the risk of disruption to travel and that gusts of this strength could bring down trees and lead to some damage to weakened structures."
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The storm will begin in Ireland this afternoon – moving through Wales and into the midlands, then onto the southern parts of northern England.
In south east London, it will be mainly dry this morning – following a night of persistent, heavy rainfall. Highs of 16C.
The cloud will have thickened by midday with rain, which will be heavy at times, setting in this afternoon.
Then the "strong and gusty" winds begin.
The east Sussex coastline, being battered by strong winds
There are expected to be scattered showers tonight, with "winds strengthening further this evening, gale force gusts inland and severe coastal gales, for a time".
However it should remain mild, with a minimum predicted temperature of 8C.
Tomorrow, is predicted to be dry with some bright intervals.
A narrow band of showers, some heavy, are likely to reach the west by late afternoon.
Winds will become strong and gusty later. Maximum temperature 14C.
Meanwhile, people in coastal areas are being warned not to pose for "storm selfies" - which could put their lives in danger.
Have you been affected by flooding this week? Send pics to: josie.griffiths@london.newsquest.co.uk
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