Warning issued for gale force winds and overtopping

A yellow weather warning is in force today for heavy rain, gale force winds and coastal overtopping.

The notice is in place until 6pm with Ronaldsway Met Office warning there could be up to 25mm of rain in most areas and up to 60mm on higher ground which poses a risk of localised flooding.

Meanwhile strong gusts are expected throughout the day, particularly during late morning and early afternoon where forecasters warn winds could reach up to 70mph.

Elsewhere, people are also being warned large waves could break over onto exposed roads during high tide in the late morning, with promenades in Douglas and Laxey as well as highways around the south coast the most likely to be affected.