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Flights diverted as high winds batter London in Storm Katie

Flights arriving at Gatwick Airport had to be diverted due to high winds as Storm Katie ensured the Easter weekend continued to be wet and windy.

Bricks were left strewn across the road after the roof of the Duchess pub in Battersea was ripped off by Storm Katie.

London Fire Brigade have said that firefighters have battled through 110 incidents amid Storm Katie.

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Trains cancelled due to debris on the track

Some Southern Rail trains have been cancelled due to the severe weather conditions.

Debris on the track and signalling problems on some lines have led to disruption on most services.

Trains cancelled due to debris on the track. Credit: PA

A 50mph speed restriction has been imposed on several routes until 9am with delays of up to 30 minutes, which could lead to some more services being cancelled.

There is also the potential for debris or fallen trees to affect the network particularly in coastal areas. Please check the website before you travel.

– Southern Rail
  • Norwood Junction - delays to services between East Croydon and London Bridge

  • Horley - delays to services between East Croydon and Gatwick

  • Kenley - line closed between Purley and Caterham

  • Crowborough, Hurst Green and Woldingham - delays to services between East Croydon and Uckfield / East Grinstead

  • Wallington - line closed between West Croydon and Sutton

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