MULTIPLE trees have fallen down overnight and are blocking roads in Somerset due to the strong winds across the county.

The Met Office issued a weather warning for high winds from 9pm yesterday (March 10) until 3pm today (March 11).

READ MORE: Yellow weather warning for wind in Somerset

Many trees are blocking roads in Somerset, including the B3188 Elworthy Cross to Monksilver, where there is a road closure in place.

READ MORE: Fallen tree on B3188 near Combe Sydenham

Other roads affected by fallen trees include:

  • Summerhill Lane, West Compton - Tree across the road
  • Cheddon Fitzpaine Road, Kingston St Mary - Tree blocking the road
  • Quarry Lane, Leigh-on-Mendip - Tree across the road
  • Mill Lane, Coxley - small tree blocking the road