Storm Barney: 60mph winds recorded near Braintree as gale-force...

Winds of almost 60mph have been recorded tonight near Braintree as Storm Barney makes its presence felt across Essex. The storm, only the second one in the UK's history to be named, has prompted a yellow 'be aware' weather warning to be issued. Motorists in unsheltered car parks have also felt their cars rocking when stationary, such is the strength of the gusts.Power lines are said to be down in the following postcode areas: CM0, CM3, CM11, CM12, C02, C09, SS2, SS6 and SS7. The high winds have...