Isaias will bring damaging winds, torrential rain and a storm surge with landfall expected late Friday.

James Wale moved to the site two years ago and keeps animals including wallabies and rare birds.

The data centre, which will have 72 chiller units on its roof, will generate 150 jobs, planners hear.

Concerns remain over the ancient Kent woodland's future after 39,500 tonnes of rubbish were cleared.