Storm Kathleen: 200 evacuated after River Arun overflows in West Sussex

County hit by severe flooding as forecasters warn heavy rain and strong winds will continue to batter parts of UK

Beach huts have been blown into the sea, more than 200 people have been evacuated and fire services have warned people affected by flooding to get to high ground as Storm Kathleen hit Easter holiday hotspots along the south coast.

Evacuations in West Sussex went ahead after the River Arun overflowed its banks, with further warnings that flooding may increase throughout Tuesday.