AN ANIMAL shelter has been forced to close after suffering “extensive damage” during Storm Eunice.
Raystede Centre for Animal Welfare near Lewes, shared photos on social media of damage to buildings and a fallen tree on its grounds.
The centre, which cares for vulnerable animals until they are rehomed, says it will not reopen until after the weekend.
A spokesman for the charity said: “Raystede has experienced extensive storm damage and will remain closed today, Friday 18 February, Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 February.
“Thankfully all our animals and the staff onsite caring for them are safe but we have a lot of clearing up and repairs to do.
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“We hope to reopen on Monday 21 February but will advise if this changes.
“Thank you for your understanding and stay safe.”
Storm Eunice brought damage, disruption and potentially record-breaking gusts of wind to Sussex.
Millions of people were urged to stay at home due to safety fears over the impact of Eunice, and many businesses were forced to close their doors.
Homes have been left without power, flights and trains have been suspended and roads, schools and businesses have closed.
Brighton and Hove City Council has urged the public to stay away from the seafront.
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