First it was Gent - now Henk batters Bay

Storm Henk was battering Torbay and South Devon today.

It follows hot on the heels of Storm Gent and is bringing heavy rain and high winds to the area.

The Met Office has issued an Amber warning for wind from 10am to 8pm today with a Yellow rain alert.

They say: Storm Henk will bring a spell of very strong winds, causing disruption to travel and utilities."

And they have warned what to expect:

* There is a good chance that power cuts may occur with the potential to affect other services such as mobile phone coverage

* There may be some damage to buildings such as tiles blown from roofs.

* Longer journey times and cancellations are likely as road and rail services are hit

*Flying debris is likely and could lead to injuries or danger to life

* Some roads and bridges are likely to close

* Injuries and danger to life is likely from large waves and beach material being thrown on to coastal roads, sea fronts and properties.

GWR have already warned that due to flooding some lines are closed on the railway between Totnes and Plymouth.