A new weather warning for thunderstorms across the UK, including Bristol, has been issued. The Met Office says people can expect "heavy rain and thunderstorms" throughout the day on Sunday (June 18).
The yellow weather warning is in place from 12am to 11.59pm and covers the majority of England. Forecasters are warning of potential flooding and travel disruption as the nation is battered by downfalls.
The Met Office says: "Heavy rain and thunderstorms on Sunday will bring a chance of disruption to parts of England and Wales."
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The forecaster has outlined what to expect:
- Spray and sudden flooding could lead to difficult driving conditions and some road closures
- There is a small chance that homes and businesses could be flooded quickly, with damage to some buildings from floodwater, lightning strikes, hail or strong winds
- Where flooding or lightning strikes occur, there is a chance of delays and some cancellations to train and bus services
- There is a slight chance that power cuts could occur and other services to some homes and businesses could be lost
- There is a small chance that some communities become cut off by flooded roads
Met Office 5-day forecast for the South West
Today: Early showers in the far west of Cornwall and any early mist or low cloud clearing quickly, leaving another warm day with some hazy sunny spells. Cloud will slowly spread eastwards bringing an increasing chance of showers through the afternoon. Maximum temperature 24 °C.
Tonight: Some hazy sunny spells into the evening however a continued risk of showers, some of which may be heavy overnight. Feeling warm once again. Minimum temperature 14 °C.
Saturday: Another warm day with some sunny spells, though another rather unsettled day. Staying showery with a risk of some heavy downpours and thunderstorms. Winds remaining light. Maximum temperature 24 °C.
Outlook for Sunday to Tuesday: Staying unsettled with a continued risk of heavy, thundery showers. Still rather warm, with many of us seeing the return of warm, muggy nights which may feel uncomfortable for some.
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