The Met Office has updated its warning of severe weather for the South Hams this weekend.

A spokesman said this morning: ’A spell of unseasonably strong southwesterly winds, accompanied by heavy, blustery showers, is expected to develop across the south of the UK later on Friday. Winds will peak early on Saturday through the Bristol Channel area, before slowly transferring east across the south of England. Additionally the strongest winds will lead to large waves around exposed coastlines.

’Gusts of 40-45mph inland, and 50mph to very locally 60mph along exposed coastlines, are expected. Please be aware that these may lead to disruption to transport, and in view of the time of the year there is increased potential for disruption to outdoor activities.

’This warning has been updated to extend the warning area into East Anglia and also Ceredigion, and include mention of potential for 60 mph along the most exposed coastlines.’