A ’be prepared’ amber warning for the South Hams and other parts of the Westcountry has been issued with Storm Imogen, bringing heavy rain and strong winds, forecast to arrive in the early hours of Monday morning.

Residents are asked to take extra care, particularly around the high tide times of 5.52am in Dartmouth and 5.51am in Salcombe.

A Met Office spokesman said: ’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 80mph gusts in exposed coastal areas, particularly Cornwall and North Devon, and also through the Bristol Channel. 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.’Salcombe RNLI tweeted: 'Take care this evening and into tomorrow. Please don't take any unnecessary risks.'