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Wednesday , October 14 2026

Storm Éowyn: High winds halt ferries and disrupt rail travel

Solent crossings and train journeys have been disrupted in the south as Storm Éowyn sweeps in.

Red Funnel has suspended the Red Jet between Southampton and Cowes, Isle of Wight until further notice. The car ferry is still running.

Hovertravel crossings have also been halted between Southsea and Ryde.

South Western Railway said due to high wind speeds trains were running at a reduced speed between Totton and Weymouth.

The train firm has advised those travelling on routes west of Basingstoke on Friday to allow extra time to complete their journey and check their route before setting out, external.


BBC News

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