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UK Bank Holiday Washed Out by Storms
29 Aug
Summary
- Heavy showers and thunderstorms are forecast for the bank holiday weekend.
- The Met Office issued a yellow warning for rain, hail, and lightning.
- Flooding and travel delays are possible in affected areas.
The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for heavy showers and thunderstorms across parts of the UK for the bank holiday weekend. This warning is in effect from midday until 9pm on Saturday.
The forecast indicates that festivalgoers attending events like Reading and Leeds may experience rain on Saturday. Low pressure moving eastwards will bring heavy showers, with some areas potentially receiving 15-25mm of rain in an hour.
The warning area stretches from south-west England and parts of Wales, across the Midlands, to the east of England. Flooding of homes and businesses, train delays, and longer car journeys are likely outcomes. Hail and lightning are also anticipated.
This comes after a period of hot weather and dry conditions, with the UK having experienced multiple heatwaves and potentially heading for its hottest summer on record. Several areas, particularly in the Midlands, are already under Environment Agency flood alerts.
