residents are being warned of possible severe disruption as Storm Imogen hits tomorrow.

It will bring gusts of up to 70mph- 80mph along exposed coastal areas- prompting the Met Office to issue an amber warning for wind.

A spokesperson for the Me Office said: "An area of strong winds is likely to extend east across the South West and parts of southern England on Monday Morning.

"Gusts of 60-70mph are likely.

"Some very large waves are also likely to affect coasts.

"Please be prepared for disruption to travel as well as possible damage to trees and structures, and interruption of power supplies."

More downpours are expected to arrive in the South West with 15-25mm of rain falling widely, and 40mm on high ground.

Today has been spent mopping up after a deluge on Saturday, with some motorists not anticipating the danger of driving through flood water and having to be rescued by the fire service.

Crews from Lyme Regis and Charmouth assisted by Weymouth's technical rescue team freed two people from a car which was stuck in water at Lyme.

Worries about flooding to houses then saw crews remove storm drains to ease the flow of water in Lyme Regis after a resident expressed his concern that the rising flood would damage four houses with elderly residents.

A spokesperson for Dorset Fire and Rescue said: "Crews did the best they could to clear the water, and no houses were damaged by flooding."

The Environment Agency has issued flood warnings for the Dorchester area today after heavy rain tonight and in to tomorrow morning.

A spokesman said: "Water levels in the lower River Frome from Dorchester to East Stoke are rising and expected to peak at East Stoke later today.

"Up to 18 mm of rainfall is forecast this afternoon and overnight with further rainfall expected on Monday."

Highways England is urging anyone driving high-sided vehicles or motorcycles to consider delaying their journeys today.

The warning applies particularly to drivers using Dorset's A roads or anyone heading for the M5 or M4.

Gary Webb from Highways England said: “We would encourage drivers, especially those driving high sided vehicles, motorcycles or considering a trip with a caravan, to consider driving conditions before setting off as they could be difficult.

“If you do have to make a journey by road be prepared, plan your journey in advance and check the latest weather conditions along your route. “Be aware of sudden gusts of wind, and give high-sided vehicles, caravans, and motorbikes plenty of space. In the event of persistent high winds we may need to close bridges to traffic for a period, so please be alert for warnings of closures and follow signed diversion routes.”

Tuesday and Wednesday should be drier, quieter and colder days for many before more wind and rain follows later in the week.