Storm Evert in Cornwall residents share experiences

After winds of up to 75mph swept across much of Cornwall last night, residents have taken to social media to share their experiences of the storm, with many posting pictures and videos.

Two campers in Cornwall have been taking to social media to share their experiences of being in a tent as the storm winds hit.

One of the campers posted a video of her and a friend inside their tent as the winds pick up during a camping trip.

The video shows how the winds attempted to throw their tent around and tested how well it was pegged down.

As well as testing tents, a video was also captured and shared online of a person standing on the breakwater at Porthleven as the waves raged around him.

It was speculated that the man was taking pictures of the storm before later being confirmed as having returning to safety.

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Falmouth's summer bunting has also taken a hit after the storm.

The multi-coloured flags that had been put up over the high street in Falmouth were damaged in the storm last night and several sections have now been removed.

Workmen were out early this morning in cherry pickers removing the flags, picture Steve Turvey.

Falmouth BID and Town Council had originally put the flags up to announce the start of the summer season along with several street planters that managed to survive the high winds.

Emma Webster, Events and Marketing Coordinator, Falmouth Town Team said: "The flags in Market Street have been so well received by our residents and visitors, and are a lovely new addition for the town.

Large sections of the bunting have been removed due to damage.

"Due to the storm unfortunately, there has been extensive damage which is being assessed.

"The visually striking flag canopy is a first for the town and region, and we will continue to develop it in the future."