Amber thunderstorm warning for east and south-east England
Summary
An amber weather warning for thunderstorms has been issued for parts of eastern and south-eastern England. The storms are expected to cause heavy rain, flooding, power outages, and disruptions to travel. The warnings come as temperatures in some areas might reach the highest of the year.Key Facts
- The Met Office issued an amber thunderstorm warning for eastern and south-eastern England.
- The warning is in effect from 8 PM BST Friday to 5 AM Saturday.
- Areas from Eastbourne in the south to Cromer in the north will be affected.
- Possible impacts include floods, power cuts, and travel disruptions.
- Some areas may see up to 30-50mm of rain and winds over 40-50mph.
- Frequent lightning and heavy rain could cause flash flooding.
- The region may experience temperatures near 30°C, potentially the hottest day of the year.
- More thunderstorms and yellow warnings are expected across other parts of the UK through Saturday.
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