Met Office Issues Thunderstorm Warning for England and Wales
The Met Office has slapped a yellow warning on parts of England and Wales today. Expect slow-moving heavy showers and thunderstorms to hit Wales and southwest England this afternoon.
Severe Weather Alert: Flooding and Travel Chaos Expected
The thunderstorm warning runs from 1pm until 8pm on Saturday. Sudden flooding and travel disruption are on the cards, with treacherous driving conditions likely. Large parts of Wales and southwest England are in the firing line.
The Met Office warns some areas could get slammed with 20-30mm of rain in just two hours. In isolated spots, totals could spike to 50mm. This may cause roads to flood and cut off certain communities temporarily.
How to Prepare for Today’s Storms
Showers and storms are expected to ease off by Saturday evening. However, the Met Office urges residents to stay alert. Make a flood plan, gather an emergency flood kit, and secure loose items like bins and garden furniture.
Check road conditions before you travel and prepare for possible power cuts by keeping torches and batteries handy.
Storms Follow Record-Breaking Heat
Last weekend saw the hottest day of the year so far, followed by dramatic lightning storms that battered southern England and South Wales. Overnight storms on May 2 caused disruption and severe weather in the region.
Stay glued to the latest Met Office forecasts and warnings to keep safe during the wild weather ahead.
