More than 50 trees blocked roads in Suffolk after Storm Isha

The Met Office warned that the UK would face disruption on roads and by rail during Storm Isha, with a warning in place between 12pm on Sunday, January 21 and the same time on Monday.

Posting on X, Suffolk Highways said that more than 50 fallen trees around the county have been reported so far during the storm.

The B1506 near Kentford was blocked by a fallen tree (Image: Mildenhall police)

Following #StormIsha, we received more than 50 reports of fallen trees. 🌳

Our crews worked throughout the night and are continuing to attend incidents across the county today.

Please drive with care & report fallen trees or debris on the highway via 0345 606 6171. #Suffolk pic.twitter.com/qmiGThn82r

— Suffolk Highways (@Suff_highways) January 22, 2024

This follows the news that Eastgate Street in Bury St Edmunds is currently blocked after a tree fell onto a car during the storm.

Eastgate street in Bury St Edmunds remains closed (Image: Freddie Bond)

The road is closed at the junction with Barton Road and drivers are being forced to find alternative routes. 

While the wind gusts have now calmed in Suffolk, drivers should still expect disruption on the roads while debris and blocks are cleared by the highway teams.