STRONG winds have battered the west Dorset coast this morning as Storm Frank sweeps across the UK.

Large waves crashed over sea defences in West Bay and Lyme Regis - while a car park in Seatown was completely flooded.

The Environment Agency issued a flood warning for Lyme Regis Harbour, to remain in place for two hours after this morning's high tide.

Bridport and Lyme Regis News:

Stormy conditions in West Bay

An Environment Agency spokesperson said: "Large waves and a strong force 8 southerly gale is forecast. "Some overtopping spray is expected."