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Remembering the Great Storm

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Monday marks 30 years since the Great Storm of 1987.

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A formerly tree-lined avenue in Orpington, Kent, that was devastated by the Great Storm

It was the worst storm in the UK for almost 300 years. 18 people lost their lives and many others were injured, with the most damage caused in southern England.

The storm uprooted millions of trees, ripped roofs off buildings, and destroyed cars. Electricity lines went down leaving thousands of homes without power.

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A fence and car crushed by fallen trees in London following the Great Storm

As the anniversary of the storm approaches, we want to hear your stories. Do you remember the storm and were you affected by it? We'd also like you to send us any photos. We will compile your stories and photos into a Weather Watchers article.

Please email weatherwatchers@bbc.co.uk