A red weather warning for Storm Eunice will be affecting some areas of Somerset today (Friday, February 18), and is likely to see disruption in the county. 

Gusts of 90mph are expected and there is a potential for "danger to life" due to flying debris being picked up by the winds.

There is also the potential for travel distrubances and power cuts in the region.

There are several spots you can watch the storm coming into Somerset such as at Burnham-on-Sea.

 

It looks heavily overcast, with the rain coming down and plants next to the camera being battered by the wind.

Also, in the distance you can just make out the choppy waters in the sea.

Additionally, there is a live webcam at Watchet Harbour and Esplanade, which looks a lot lot sunnier, but is showing trees and other objects being shake by the high-wind speeds.

You can view that over at the link here.

Also, at Bishops Lydeard station you can view trees and power lines being shaken in the wind.

That can be viewed at the WSR website here.

What to expect from Storm Eunice red weather warning

A Met Office spokesman said: “Extremely strong west to southwesterly winds will develop over southwest England and south Wales early on Friday.

“Widespread inland gusts of 70-80 mph are likely and up to around 90 mph near some coasts, with dangerous conditions on beaches and seafronts.

“Winds are expected to ease from the west during the late morning.”

What is a red weather warning?

This is how the Met Office describe a red weather warning: “Dangerous weather is expected and, if you haven’t already done so, you should take action now to keep yourself and others safe from the impact of the severe weather.

“It is very likely that there will be a risk to life, with substantial disruption to travel, energy supplies and possibly widespread damage to property and infrastructure.

“You should avoid travelling, where possible, and follow the advice of the emergency services and local authorities.”