The weather system currently bringing 70mph winds and heavy rain to parts of the Uk has been named Storm Mathis. The storm has been named by the French weather service, with the UK Met Office issuing yellow weather warbings for high wind and heavy rain across the south of England and south Wales.
The Met Office said residents of Cornwall and Devon may see the worst weather and people should keep an eye on the forecast.
A spokesman told the PA news agency: “We are expecting a spell of very unsettled winds on Thursday and Friday as an area of low pressure moves in from northern France.
“There are chances of winds of up to 70mph on exposed coasts and on high ground.
“There may be isolated power cuts and there may be a few trees coming down as well.”
The strong winds could mean possible travel disruption, particularly for high-sided vehicles. Delays to road, rail, air and ferry transport are also likely.
The Met Office warned costal areas are likely to see winds of 50 to 60mph but in some areas they could be as fast as 70mph.
The warning has been in place from 9pm on Thursday night and conditions are not expected to improve until midday on Friday.
A Met Office spokesman said residents should prepare for power cuts and that winds may be so strong, it could cause trees to fall.
