‘Kitesurfer in trouble’ reported in brutal 50mph winds during Storm Bert also…
During Storm Bert, which brought 50-70 mph winds across the UK, an RNLI rescue team responded to a report of a kitesurfer in trouble near Westcliff. The strong winds, associated with severe weather warnings from the Met Office, caused dangerous conditions along coastal areas. While the exact outcome of the incident remains unclear, Storm Bert caused widespread disruption, including delays in transportation, power outages, and hazards from flying debris and large waves. Coastal safety warnings remain critical during such extreme weather events
