A TREE has fallen in Hagley partially blocking the road as high winds batter the country.

The tree has fallen on Bromsgrove Road near the Lyttleton Arms as heavy winds and rain hit throughout the night as Storm Isha hit.

Worcestershire County Council said it is aware of the tree and will clear it as soon as possible.

Worcs County Council Highways & Travel tweeted at 8.51am this morning (Monday January 22): "Fallen tree at Bromsgrove Road, Hagley by Lyttleton Arms, we'll clear ASAP."

The Met Office is warning of strong winds throughout today, but has downgraded its warning from Amber to Yellow.

It said: "Strong winds associated with Storm Isha are likely to bring some disruption to travel and utilities across the UK on Sunday and Monday."