Network Rail has warned residents to tie down garden furniture during Storm Brian - to stop trampolines from blowing on tracks.

The Atlantic storm - officially named Brian on Thursday - is due to hit parts of the UK and the Republic of Ireland this weekend.

The Met Office has issued a "yellow" warning for parts of Britain on Saturday, meaning travel disruption is possible this weekend.

Network Rail along with train operators, has activated its weather contingency plans for some routes and is advising passengers to plan for possible travel disruption.

Weather contingencies include the introduction of temporary speed restrictions due to high winds, which can blow trees and other debris onto railway lines and overhead power lines.

The M40 was closed on Friday night after a lorry smashed into a van and two cars before careering off the road.

Roads officials warned drivers of long delays stretching into the night as workers rushed to repair emergency barriers that were damaged in the crash.

People living near railway tracks have been warned by Network Rail to make sure garden furniture, equipment and trampolines are secure and not at risk of being blown onto the tracks or overhead power lines.

A spokesman for Network Rail said: "We are keeping a close eye on Storm Brian and are doing everything we can to prepare for severe weather.