The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warming, advising of high winds predicted across Sussex, Wessex and Kent today, Sunday 23 September. Trains are expected to run with a 50mph speed restriction on these routes in the interest of safety. Plans are still being finalised and more information will be provided once more details about the weather conditions are known.

High winds can cause a number of problems for the railway, in particular obstructions caused by downed trees and other debris blown onto the lines. In exposed coastal areas where gusts are strongest, high waves may also cause damage to tracks and ballast (the small stones which tracks rest on).

Network Rail, who own and maintain the railway, will have additional staff in place ready to respond to potential problems. They will also have specialist chainsaw trained teams ready to remove fallen trees and branches.

Network Rail will proactively be checking for trees that may be affected by this adverse weather prior to this forecast weather, and some early morning trains may be altered or cancelled if any lines are found to be blocked by fallen or blown debris. We advise you to check before travelling if you are planning to travel early this morning.

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