Met Office issues thunderstorm warnings across UK - full list of places affected
10.05.2024 - 11:47
/ manchestereveningnews.co.uk
A thunderstorm warning has been issued by the Met Office which covers a huge part of the UK this weekend. The 10-hour warning comes into place at midday on Sunday and will remain in force until 10pm.
The yellow Met Office warning covers large parts of England, Wales and Northern Ireland with the potential that downpours could lead to disruption in these areas places, especially to travel. Isolated property flooding is possible.
The warning in Northern Ireland is only in place from 11am to 7pm.
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The alert says that many areas will miss the heaviest downpours - but that some places could see 30-40mm of rain in the space of an hour or two, possibly accompanied by some hail.
Ahead of the storm people were also advised to ensure moveable objects or temporary structures are well secured, such as bins or garden furniture, in case of gusts; check road conditions before travelling; have torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items, in case of power cuts.
Temperatures on Sunday are expected to remain high despite the thunderstorm warning - with the mercury expected to reach 23c in Greater Manchester and London.
The National Met Office forecast for Sunday to Tuesday reads: "A warm and humid day on Sunday, with an increasing risk of thunderstorms. Turning cooler through Monday and Tuesday, with showers and longer spells of rain. Winds increasing too."
Here are all the areas where the yellow thunderstorm warning is in place on Sunday.
East Midlands
London & South East England
North West England
South West England
Wales
West Midlands
Yorkshire & Humber
Northern Ireland (11am to 7pm)