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UK Weather Alert: Thunderstorms Loom After Heatwave
25 Jun
Summary
- Yellow thunderstorm warning issued for UK from Thursday night.
- Heavy rain, hail, and 50-60 mph winds are possible hazards.
- Potential for power cuts and travel disruption due to flooding.
Following a prolonged period of intense heat, with temperatures soaring to 40C and triggering a red heat alert for three consecutive days, the UK is now facing a new weather threat. The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms, which is active from midnight on Thursday, June 25, until 10am on Friday, June 26. This alert covers numerous areas across England and Wales.
The anticipated thunderstorms may bring sudden, gusty winds reaching speeds of 50 to 60 mph, particularly in the southern and western parts of the warning zone. Frequent lightning, hail, and heavy rainfall, potentially 15-20 mm in an hour, are also expected. These conditions could lead to swift flooding, affecting homes and businesses with damage from floodwater, lightning, or strong winds.
