IT'S one year ago since Storm Eunice hit Dorset, leaving a trail of devastation in its wake.
Gusts of 90mph were seen in parts of the county causing major travel disruption with multiple fallen trees reported across the area.
A rare red weather warning was put in force by the Met Office meaning 'danger to life' which is the most severe alert the agency can issue.
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Schools across the BCP Council area were advised to close ahead of the incoming storm.
Holdenhurst Road in Bournemouth had to be closed around midday between St Pauls Roundabout and Lansdowne Roundabout due to glass and debris in the road from a damaged window.
Shore Road in Sandbanks also had to be closed at the bottom of Evening Hill due to flooding with people urged to seek alternative routes.
The Twin Sails and Poole Bridge operated a revised schedule and the seafront toilets were closed.
The Sandbanks Ferry had to be suspended due to conditions.
Condor Ferries cancelled all sailings from Poole and train services were affected due to trees blocking the line.
Meanwhile, the RNLI urged people to stay away from stormy seas.
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