Downpours to continue for UK with risk of flash flooding
Summary
Heavy rain and thunderstorms will continue to hit many parts of the UK on Thursday, bringing risks of flooding and travel problems. The weather will be cooler than usual for August, with warnings of slippery roads and possible flash floods.Key Facts
- A yellow thunderstorm warning by the Met Office is active in northern England and north Wales until 10:00 BST Thursday.
- Rain and storms will spread south and east, affecting Wales, the Midlands, East Anglia, and southern England.
- Within the warning area, 15-20mm of rain may fall in an hour and up to 50mm in six hours.
- Flash floods, lightning, hail, and slippery roads are expected hazards.
- Wet roads after a long dry spell increase the risk of skidding due to oil and rubber deposits.
- Temperatures will fall below the usual August average, with highs between 13 and 23 degrees Celsius.
- The ongoing drought in many parts of the UK won't end quickly; it needs weeks of steady rain to improve.
- Scotland and Northern Ireland will have showers, but these will be lighter with less chance of thunder.
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