A flood alert has been issued for the Eastern Yar on the Isle of Wight.
The Environment Agency is also warning of flooding from tributaries between Whitwell to Bembridge.
The alert said: "Flooding is possible in this area.
"Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one."
Read more:
- Storm Babet on the Isle of Wight LIVE blog
- Met Office Isle of Wight yellow weather warning for heavy rain
Morton Common, between Brading and Sandown, which runs alongside the Eastern Yar, is likely to be affected by flooding.
The alert was put out at 11.27pm last night (Wednesday).
Weather warnings for heavy rain and strong winds have already been issued for the Island, ahead of Storm Babet.
A Met Office warning goes live tomorrow (Friday) and runs until 8pm. An Isle of Wight Met Service alert ended at 8pm last night.
The County Press is running a live blog to keep you up to date with everything you need to know as Storm Babet hits the country.
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