A WARNING has been issued ahead of the arrival of Storm Agnes, which is expected to batter West Somerset with high winds this week.

The storm is set to land on Wednesday, September 27, with 75mph winds which could pose a 'danger to life.'

The Met Office has issued a yellow warning across West Somerset, and told residents to expect a small chance of injuries and danger to life from flying debris.

They also forecast a slight chance of power cuts, likely delays to travel, and a small chance of flooding along coastal roads.

The warning comes into place Wednesday, at 12 pm before ending at 7 pm the same day. The warning will resume on Thursday for the same twelve hour period.

The Met Office Chief Meteorologist Steve Ramsdale said gusts could get as high as 75mph in coastal areas. He said: “While the precise track and depth of Storm Agnes is still being determined, there’s a high likelihood of wind gusts around 50 to 60mph for some inland areas. Exposed coastal areas could see gusts of 65-75 mph with a small chance of a few places seeing around 80mph.

“As well as some very strong winds for many, Storm Agnes will also bring some heavy rain, with the highest totals more likely in Scotland, northern England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Around 60mm of rain is possible in a few places over high ground in Scotland.”

For further advice see the Met Office website.