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Storm Imogen begins to lash southern England and south Wales Storm Imogen begins to lash southern England and south Wales
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Parts of Britain are being lashed by high winds and heavy rain as Storm Imogen moves in.Parts of Britain are being lashed by high winds and heavy rain as Storm Imogen moves in.
Southern England and south Wales are expected to face the brunt of gales, which have already hit 93mph at The Needles off the Isle of Wight.Southern England and south Wales are expected to face the brunt of gales, which have already hit 93mph at The Needles off the Isle of Wight.
Morning rush hour will be "especially impacted", and the strongest winds could affect the M4 and M5 motorways later, the Met Office said. More than 3,300 homes are without power in south-west England and some cross-Channel ferries are cancelled.
There is travel disruption, with some cross-Channel ferries cancelled. Some rail services are disrupted and drivers are urged to take extra care, especially on the M4 and M5 motorways.
Rail travel may also be affected and drivers have been warned that conditions could be difficult.
The Met Office has issued an amber "be prepared" wind warning for Wales, south-west England, London and south-east England and says coastal areas could see giant waves and localised flooding.The Met Office has issued an amber "be prepared" wind warning for Wales, south-west England, London and south-east England and says coastal areas could see giant waves and localised flooding.
Gusts in south-west England may reach 80mph, with high winds sweeping across the Bristol Channel area to Cardiff and Bristol.Gusts in south-west England may reach 80mph, with high winds sweeping across the Bristol Channel area to Cardiff and Bristol.
Gusts of 73mph and 69mph have been recorded in Avonmouth near Bristol and in the Isle of Portland in Dorset respectively.Gusts of 73mph and 69mph have been recorded in Avonmouth near Bristol and in the Isle of Portland in Dorset respectively.
There are more than 65 flood warnings in place in England and Wales - meaning flooding is expected - and more than 200 flood alerts - meaning flooding is possible.There are more than 65 flood warnings in place in England and Wales - meaning flooding is expected - and more than 200 flood alerts - meaning flooding is possible.
Rush-hour disruption
Met Office forecaster Craig Snell said: "People should be prepared for disruption to travel on roads, rail, bridges and ferries and we could see possible damage to structures and downed trees risk affecting power.Met Office forecaster Craig Snell said: "People should be prepared for disruption to travel on roads, rail, bridges and ferries and we could see possible damage to structures and downed trees risk affecting power.
"The wind will be combined with some hefty showers with some thunder along the south coast.""The wind will be combined with some hefty showers with some thunder along the south coast."
Travel problems so far include: Problems so far include:
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Environment Agency flood warnings for England and WalesEnvironment Agency flood warnings for England and Wales
Flood warnings for ScotlandFlood warnings for Scotland
Gary Webb, of Highways England, said: "We would encourage drivers, especially those driving high-sided vehicles, motorcycles or considering a trip with a caravan, to consider driving conditions before setting off as they could be difficult.Gary Webb, of Highways England, said: "We would encourage drivers, especially those driving high-sided vehicles, motorcycles or considering a trip with a caravan, to consider driving conditions before setting off as they could be difficult.
"If you do have to make a journey by road be prepared, plan your journey in advance and check the latest weather conditions along your route."If you do have to make a journey by road be prepared, plan your journey in advance and check the latest weather conditions along your route.
"Be aware of sudden gusts of wind, and give high-sided vehicles, caravans, and motorbikes plenty of space. In the event of persistent high winds we may need to close bridges to traffic for a period, so please be alert for warnings of closures and follow signed diversion routes.""Be aware of sudden gusts of wind, and give high-sided vehicles, caravans, and motorbikes plenty of space. In the event of persistent high winds we may need to close bridges to traffic for a period, so please be alert for warnings of closures and follow signed diversion routes."
This could affect the Severn crossings and structures as far east as the QEII Bridge at Dartford, Highways England said.This could affect the Severn crossings and structures as far east as the QEII Bridge at Dartford, Highways England said.
Forecasters said winds would gradually ease through the afternoon and evening.Forecasters said winds would gradually ease through the afternoon and evening.
Live flood warnings from the Environment Agency and the Scottish Environment Protection AgencyLive flood warnings from the Environment Agency and the Scottish Environment Protection Agency
Are you affected by Storm Imogen? Email your experiences to haveyoursay@bbc.co.uk.Are you affected by Storm Imogen? Email your experiences to haveyoursay@bbc.co.uk.
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