Thunderstorms and Lightning Set to Batter the UK: Exact Days Revealed

Met Office Issues Yellow Weather Warning as Torrential Rain and Lightning Storms Approach

Heavy rainfall and frequent lightning strikes expected across the UK, with up to 70mm of rain forecast

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms and lightning across the UK, with heavy rainfall and frequent lightning strikes expected.

The warning is in place from 10am on Tuesday, July 18th, until 10am on Wednesday, July 19th. The Met Office has warned that there is a risk of flooding and travel disruption during this time.

The thunderstorms are expected to be most severe in the south and east of England, but they could also affect other parts of the UK. The Met Office has advised people to be prepared for heavy rain, lightning, and possible hail.

The Met Office has also issued a separate yellow weather warning for rain for the south of England and Wales, which is in place from 10am on Tuesday, July 18th, until 10am on Wednesday, July 19th.

The Met Office has advised people to stay indoors if possible during the thunderstorms and to avoid driving through floodwater. People should also be aware of the risk of lightning strikes and should avoid open spaces.

What to Do During a Thunderstorm

If you are caught in a thunderstorm, the Met Office advises that you should:

• Stay indoors if possible
• Avoid driving through floodwater
• Be aware of the risk of lightning strikes
• Avoid open spaces

If you are caught outside in a thunderstorm, the Met Office advises that you should:

• Find shelter in a building or under a tree
• Avoid standing in open spaces or near water
• If you are in a car, stay inside and close the windows

How to Stay Safe from Lightning

The Met Office advises that you should:

• Avoid open spaces and high ground
• Stay away from water
• Seek shelter in a building or under a tree
• If you are in a car, stay inside and close the windows

If you are struck by lightning, the Met Office advises that you should:

• Seek medical attention immediately
• Call 999 for an ambulance

Conclusion

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms and lightning across the UK, with heavy rainfall and frequent lightning strikes expected.

The warning is in place from 10am on Tuesday, July 18th, until 10am on Wednesday, July 19th. The Met Office has advised people to be prepared for heavy rain, lightning, and possible hail.

The Met Office has also issued a separate yellow weather warning for rain for the south of England and Wales, which is in place from 10am on Tuesday, July 18th, until 10am on Wednesday, July 19th.