Weather

Some Islanders were left without power and cross-Solent travel was disrupted as Storm Francis battered his way across the Isle of Wight on Tuesday

The strong winds are expected to cause disruption to cross-Solent travel and coastal routes. Details within

Expect the strong winds to affect travel today, with winds gusts of up to 60mph forecasted for coastal areas

The Environment Agency recommend planning routes to avoid driving or walking at the exposed sea front during the high tide period

The threat of severe thunderstorms are still hanging over the Isle of Wight, despite not seeing any for the last three days. The warning has now been extended. Details within

Rainfall totals of 30-40 mm could fall in an hour, say the Met Office, as they extend the severe thunderstorm weather warning for next week

The Met Office advise the public to expect floodwater, lightning strikes and large hail next week during the severe thunderstorms. Details within

The very hot weather began early this morning and is set to continue over the weekend and into early next week

Don't forget to use sunscreen and stay hydrated if you are out and about in the heat wave - and make sure pets are kept cool and have plenty of water

Don't forget your umbrella, as a weather warning for heavy rain is forecast for later in the week

Guess which part of the Isle of Wight recorded the hottest weather today. Details within

As well as the new daily pollen forecast, the IW Met Service also provide a helpful month-by-month pollen guide