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A "danger to life" weather warning has been issued across the South West of England as the Met Office urges those in affected areas to prepare three essential items.

A yellow weather warning, in place from 8pm on Sunday, September 14, until 6pm the following day, advises Brits of "a small chance of injuries and danger to life from flying debris". Rain is also expected.

The Met Office explained: "An area of low pressure will bring a prolonged spell of windy weather through Sunday evening and into Monday. Gusts of around 50-60 mph are likely around coasts and hills, with 70-80 mph possible in the most exposed locations, with the windiest conditions expected on Monday morning and moving eastwards as the day progresses."

Those affected are encouraged to prepare for a chance of power cuts by gathering three key items, reports the Mirror.

The Met Office states: "People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It's easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items."

And among the other advice, it says: "Prepare to protect your property and people from injury. Check for loose items outside your home and plan how you could secure them. Items include; bins, garden furniture, trampolines, tents, sheds, and fences.

"Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary."

An additional warning was issued to those living on the coast. The Met Office said: "Even from the shore large breaking waves can sweep you off your feet and out to sea. Take care if walking near cliffs; know your route and keep dogs on a lead. In an emergency, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard."

Paul Gundersen, chief meteorologist at the Met Office, said: "We have been monitoring a deepening area of low pressure over the North Atlantic that might bring impactful weather to the UK, most likely on Sunday and Monday. At present, a named storm is unlikely."

The yellow weather warning includes the majority of the South West, with Somerset and Gloucestershire included in the alert.

Devon and Cornwall will also be impacted by the incoming bad weather.

Additionally, Dorset and Wiltshire are covered by the warning, as well as the South East and parts of the Welsh coastline.

The strong winds also mean that certain roads and bridges may be forced to close.