Weather warning as Storm Ashley brings heavy rain

The A390 in Cornwall was closed on Sunday morning after a tree was felled by the storm

A yellow rain warning was put in place across Devon and Cornwall due to Storm Ashley.

The Met Office warning, which was in place until midday, included strong winds and heavy rain, with Dartmoor forecast to be among the worst affected areas.

It said bus and train services would likely be impacted, while disruption on the roads could increase journey times and there could be interruption to power supplies.

Cornwall Fire and Rescue said the A390 at Tresillian was closed on Sunday morning due to a fallen tree, which has now been cleared.

Highways staff worked to clear the tree from the A390 in Cornwall

The Met Office advised people to check road conditions and amend travel plans if necessary, while preparing for power cuts with torches and batteries was also recommended.

Meanwhile, the Environment Agency (EA) also issued a flood warning for the River Clyst area of East Devon.

Flooding was possible to properties and low lying areas around Ashclyst Farm and Burrow Bridge, Clyston Mill, Dymond's Farm, Sowton Barton and properties and farms between Clyst St. Mary and Topsham including Newcourt Barton and Cotts Farm.

Devon and Cornwall are among areas impacted