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Met Office Issues Yellow warning for East Midlands

In Effect From:
May 26th, 10:00 am
In Effect Till:
May 26th, 7:00 pm
Current Status:
Warning No Longer In Effect

Potential disruption in some areas due to heavy showers and thunderstorms

There is a high chance of heavy showers and thunderstorms forming a band from southwest England to the south Midlands and parts of the Home Counties during late Sunday morning and into the afternoon. Some areas may receive 15-25 mm of rain in 1-2 hours from multiple showers moving over the same location, with a possibility of 30-40 mm in a few spots.

To prepare for potential flash flooding, assess if your area is at risk and create a flood plan along with an emergency flood kit. To avoid delays, check road conditions, bus and train schedules, and adjust your travel arrangements as needed.

Being equipped for power outages can help you handle them better. Stock up on torches, batteries, a mobile phone power pack, and other essential items. If caught outside during a thunderstorm, seek shelter in a safe enclosed space like a car, avoiding trees and structures that could attract lightning. Move to lower ground if you are in a higher area.

Remain vigilant as weather warnings may change rapidly. When a warning is issued, stay updated with the local weather forecast according to the Met Office's recommendation.

What To EXPECT

  • Driving conditions may be affected by spray and standing water, resulting in longer journey times by car and bus
  • Possible delays to train services
  • Some homes and businesses may experience flooding, potentially leading to damage to buildings or structures
  • A slight possibility of temporary power outages and damage to some buildings and structures from lightning strikes

Regions Affected

East Midlands

  • Northamptonshire

East of England

  • Cambridgeshire
  • Central Bedfordshire
  • Essex
  • Hertfordshire
  • Luton

London & South East England

  • Bracknell Forest
  • Buckinghamshire
  • Greater London
  • Hampshire
  • Milton Keynes
  • Oxfordshire
  • Reading
  • Slough
  • Surrey
  • West Berkshire
  • Windsor and Maidenhead
  • Wokingham

South West England

  • Bath and North East Somerset
  • Devon
  • Dorset
  • North Somerset
  • Plymouth
  • Somerset
  • South Gloucestershire
  • Swindon
  • Torbay
  • Wiltshire
For more details please visit the Met Office's UK Weather Warnings Page

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