GALE-FORCE winds are set to batter the Solent after the Met Office issued a weather warning.

Residents in coastal areas are being advised to batten down the hatches as gusts of up to 80mph are expected tomorrow evening.

Wind speeds could reach up to 70mph inland and people travelling may face disruption due to damage to trees and weakened structures.

The yellow weather warning is in place from 3pm until 11.30pm on Tuesday.