A vehicle has been swept away by crashing waves along Sidmouth Esplanade this evening (November 1) as Storm Ciaran batters Devon. Multiple eyewitnesses reported that they have seen a vehicle – believed to be a pick-up truck – has gone into the sea.

Molly Seaman www.devonlive.com

The Met Office issued yellow weather warnings for rain and wind today, which will remain in place until tomorrow (November 2). An amber warning for wind will then come into effect from tomorrow (November 2). The Met Office has warned of strong winds that could reach up to 85mph in some coastal areas.

DevonLive understands that there is currently an ongoing emergency incident along Sidmouth Esplanade and that the road has been closed. Devon and Cornwall Police says an unattended vehicle has gone into the sea along the seafront.