Strong winds damage homes in Frinton, Essex

Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 18 Oct, 18:56 · Archive

Strong winds struck the Essex seaside town of Frinton at around 11.45am, damaging roofs and trees across several streets.

Strong winds struck Frinton at around 11.45am, tearing through several streets and causing extensive damage to trees and roofs. Residents have reported damage in Stansted Way, Walton Road and Rainham Way, with garden furniture and outdoor tables and chairs blown away by the wind.

The Tornado and Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) is investigating reports of a possible tornado. A spokesman said: 'We have seen reports of wind damage in Frinton, Essex that appears to have occurred around 11:45 BST today with reported structural damage to roofs and trees.'

The Met Office recorded gusts of up to 21mph in Frinton, though other localised reports suggested winds of up to 36mph near the beach. TORRO is urging residents to submit severe weather reports via its website to support its ongoing analysis.

TORRO is a privately-supported, not-for-profit research body founded in 1974 that specialises in severe convective weather across Britain and Ireland.

Strong winds damage homes in Frinton, Essex — Image: Brentwood Guardian

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Homes damaged in strong winds after 'tornado' hits seaside townPossible tornado damages homes and trees in Frinton, Essex, as TORRO investigates reports of strong winds, roof damage and debris across the seaside town.Brentwood Guardian · 18 Oct, 18:21
Homes damaged in strong winds after 'tornado' hits seaside townPossible tornado damages homes and trees in Frinton, Essex, as TORRO investigates reports of strong winds, roof damage and debris across the seaside town.Echo (Basildon) · 18 Oct, 18:21
Homes damaged in strong winds after 'tornado' hits seaside townPossible tornado damages homes and trees in Frinton, Essex, as TORRO investigates reports of strong winds, roof damage and debris across the seaside town.Colchester Gazette · 18 Oct, 18:21

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