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Woman killed in crash, trees down and roads blocked as strong winds hit Dorset

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  • Strong winds caused disruption across Dorset this morning.
  • A woman was killed after a tree fell on her car in East Dorset.
  • Fallen trees and blocked roads are being reported with attractions also closed.
  • South Western Railway said its services will be running at 50mph on all lines.
  • The Sandbanks Ferry had to suspend its service for a period.
  • Tonight's fireworks display at Stanpit in Christchurch has been cancelled.

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