An amber warning for strong winds has been issued for Oxfordshire today.

The warning lasts from 10am until 8pm.

The warnings come as Storm Henk hits the UK with heavy rain and strong winds expected to disrupt travel.

Gusts up to 50-60mph are widely forecast, and up to 70mph to 80mph for a time in exposed parts of the west.

It means there is a good chance that power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage.

There will probably some damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs as well as travel disruption and flying debris is likely and could lead to injuries.

Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service said: "This means there is a medium likelihood of medium impacts.

"Make sure to tie down any loose outdoor furniture and know what to do in the event of a power cut."

Two flood warnings have been issued by the Environment Agency for the River Ray near Islip.