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The UK Met Office and Irish service Met Éireann launched their first "Name our Storms" campaign in 2015.

Most years, they draw the names from a shortlist of favourites submitted by the public. And since 2019, they have been joined by the national weather service of the Netherlands, which also chips in a few suggested names each year.

For the 2023-24 season, the Met Office has slightly changed its methods and has named a number of storms after prominent scientists, meteorologists and, in its words, others "who work to keep people safe in times of severe weather".

In the past, storms have alternated between male and female names but that has altered this year in order to honour the right people.

Keep up to date on all Storm Isha weather and travel information with special programmes on your local BBC radio station.

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As well as listing emergency contact numbers, MP for Mid Dorset and North Poole, Michael Tomlinson suggested residents should secure loose garden furniture.

Storm Isha arrived in the UK this afternoon. The Met Office has these useful five tips on how to be prepared and stay safe in strong winds:

1. Protect your property from damage and other people from injury - check and secure loose items outside your home like bins, trampolines and plant pots.
2. Prepare for journeys - check your route and pack essentials such as warm clothing and food and drink. Charge your mobile fully.
3. Driving safely - go slow and be aware of high-sided vehicles. Give cyclists, motorbikes other vehicles more room.
4. Staying safe on the coast - beware of large waves and take extra care if walking near cliffs. In an emergency 999 (UK) or 112 (Ireland) and ask for the Coastguard.
5. Avoiding injury outdoors - being outside in high winds makes you more vulnerable to injury, if you do go out, try not to walk or shelter close to buildings and trees.

• You can read the Met Office's full advice here, external

South Western Railway has warned of disruption on its network from Sunday until Monday due to Storm Isha.

This comes amid planned engineering work on Sunday.

The rail provider has advised passengers to check before they travel, external.

Thames Valley Police has urged members of the public not to travel "unless it's essential" and warned of the possibility of fallen trees on roads.

Lots of trains are being cancelled. Those remaining will be slow.

Speed restrictions will be imposed across most rail routes for safety reasons, Network Rail has said.

A blanket 50mph speed restriction will be across most routes from later this afternoon to the early hours of the morning.

Usually top line speeds vary between 80mph and 125mph.

Network Rail said limiting speed keeps trains safe from falling trees and debris blown onto the track.

It also means there will be fewer services and longer journey times.

Amid strong wind warnings, Dorset Council has outlined some of the risks and given details of how to report fallen trees or debris.

The strong winds have also provided an opportunity for some good things too - as you can see below some hardy souls made the most of the gusts and took to Boscombe beach.

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With dangerous storm conditions affecting many areas of the region, here’s a reminder you can check your local forecast on the BBC Weather website.

For Android users, you can download the BBC Weather app, external, while iPhone users can get it here., external

Welcome to the South's live page, which will provide updates across Hampshire, Dorset, the Isle of Wight, Berkshire and Oxfordshire as Storm Isha bears down across the five counties.

The amber warning is in place across much of the UK, as the storm brings rain and gusts of wind of up to 80mph (128km/h).

The strongest winds aren't due until Sunday evening and Monday morning.

There is also a risk to life in coastal areas from large waves and debris being blown inland.