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UK weather: Amber warning for thunderstorms issued by Met Office | UK weather: Amber warning for thunderstorms issued by Met Office |
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Thunderstorms are set to cause flooding and travel disruption across parts of England, according to the Met Office. | |
The forecaster has issued an amber thunderstorm warning for the east and south east of the country. | The forecaster has issued an amber thunderstorm warning for the east and south east of the country. |
Storms in northern France are expected to move across the Channel to strike the East, London and the Home Counties. | |
Between 3cm and 4cm of rain is set to fall within two hours after 17:00 BST, which could lead to flash flooding. | |
"Flooding of homes and businesses is likely and could happen quickly, with damage to some buildings from floodwater, lightning strikes, hail or strong winds," the Met Office said. | "Flooding of homes and businesses is likely and could happen quickly, with damage to some buildings from floodwater, lightning strikes, hail or strong winds," the Met Office said. |
The forecaster says there is a risk of power cuts, flooding and travel disruption, while fast-flowing water could pose a "danger to life" in some cases. | The forecaster says there is a risk of power cuts, flooding and travel disruption, while fast-flowing water could pose a "danger to life" in some cases. |
Lightning, hail and gusty winds are also expected. | Lightning, hail and gusty winds are also expected. |
People are being warned of potential travel delays, road and rail closures and power outages. | People are being warned of potential travel delays, road and rail closures and power outages. |
A yellow weather warning for rain is also in place covering central and southern parts of the country. | A yellow weather warning for rain is also in place covering central and southern parts of the country. |
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