Storm Imogen set to batter Britain with 80mph winds

We've only just got our breath back from Storm Henry, but swathes of Britain are set to be battered by 80mph winds and heavy rain on Monday as Storm Imogen sweeps in, forecasters said.

The Met Office has issued amber warnings of wind for much of the south west on Monday and a yellow warning stretching from southern Wales to the Thames Estuary as the storm sweeps in from the English Channel.

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Imogen is threatening to fell trees, down power lines and wreak havoc with the morning commute, while high winds are expected to carry thundery downpours throughout the day that have the potential to cause problems into the evening rush hour.

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The Met Office yellow 'be aware' warning for rain in Wales and south west England reads: "Rain will move quickly eastwards on Sunday afternoon and evening, followed by frequent showers overnight and through Monday. The showers are likely to be heavy at times and accompanied by hail and thunder, with very strong and gusty winds. Be aware of the potential for localised surface water flooding."

There is also a yellow warning for rain in place for much of Scotland.

The amber warning for wind in the south west of England reads: "An area of very strong winds is likely to extend east across southwest England and parts of central southern England on Monday morning.

"Gusts of 60-70 mph are likely widely, with 80 mph gusts in exposed coastal areas, particularly Cornwall and North Devon. Some very large waves are also likely to affect many coasts, in particular north coasts of Cornwall and Devon.

"Winds should gradually ease through the afternoon and evening.

"Please be prepared for disruption to travel as well as possible damage to trees and structures and interruption of power supplies."