Rother Activates Severe Weather Protocol Amidst Strong Winds

Emergency accommodation is being provided for rough sleepers in Rother due to a yellow weather warning for high winds.

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Generic image of a severe weather warning sign with abstract wind patterns, and a town hall in the background.

The Rother District Council has activated its Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) due to a yellow weather warning for strong winds, with the situation to be reviewed on Friday 23rd October.

The Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) is a locally agreed procedure designed to minimise the risk of harm to individuals sleeping rough during severe weather by providing emergency accommodation.
Rough sleepers in Rother who are without accommodation and require assistance should approach the council at the Town Hall, London Road, Bexhill on Sea, TN39 3JX during office hours.
For those unable to attend the Town Hall in person, the council can be contacted via 01424 787000 during office hours.
For assistance outside of office hours, the contact number is 0330 123 3517.
Based on information from the official source: Rother District Council (22/10/2026)