UK Met Office has issued a warning that flooding in some areas might pose a "danger to life" as thunderstorms are expected to hit large parts across the United Kingdom on Sunday (May 12) afternoon

With many yellow weather alerts issued around the nation by the Met Office, it appears like Britain's current heat spell is about to end.

Western and central Northern Ireland will be the first to be impacted, with Derry, Omagh, Enniskillen, and Newry among the areas cautioned that heavy rains and thunderstorms could cause dangerous driving conditions, power outages, and floods.

Thunderstorms are expected to hit parts of Wales, as well as western and central England, beginning around 1:00 pm.

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Thunderstorms across parts of western and central England and Wales 
 
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The Met Office has issued a warning on X, "Flooding of homes and businesses could happen quickly, with damage to some buildings from floodwater, lightning strikes, hail or strong winds."

"Fast flowing or deep floodwater is possible, causing a danger to life."

Storms will reach Scotland starting around 2:00 pm. The yellow weather signal extends from southern Scotland to the Central Belt, including the Highlands and Islands.

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The Met Office said, "There is a small chance of fast-flowing or deep floodwater causing danger to life."

It is expected that the intense downpours and thunderstorms in Northern Ireland will stop at 7:00 pm, while in England and Wales, they will end at about 11:00 pm.

After Saturday (May 11) was officially declared the hottest day of the year thus far, the thunderstorms might put an abrupt stop to the UK's current warm wave.

In England, the highest temperature was recorded in Herstmonceux West End in East Sussex at 25.9C, while Cassley in the Scottish Highlands reached 25.7C. Wales reported 25.1C in Gogerddan, while Northern Ireland recorded 23.8C in Magilligan.

Temperatures in areas of southern and central England are expected to reach 25 degrees Celsius (77 degrees Fahrenheit) again on Sunday, with humid conditions making it another spring scorcher. 
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(With inputs from agencies)

UK Met Office has issued a warning that flooding in some areas might pose a "danger to life" as thunderstorms are expected to hit large parts across the United Kingdom on Sunday (May 12) afternoon With many yellow weather alerts issued around the nation by the Met Office, it appears like Britain's current heat spell is about to end.

UK Met Office has issued a warning that flooding in some areas might pose a "danger to life" as thunderstorms are expected to hit large parts across the United Kingdom on Sunday (May 12) afternoon With many yellow weather alerts issued around the nation by the Met Office, it appears like Britain's current heat spell is about to end. Western and central Northern Ireland will be the first to be impacted, with Derry, Omagh, Enniskillen, and Newry among the areas cautioned that heavy rains and thunderstorms could cause dangerous driving conditions, power outages, and floods. Thunderstorms are expected to hit parts of Wales, as well as western and central England, beginning around 1:00 pm. ⚠️ Yellow weather warning updated ⚠️ Thunderstorms across parts of western and central England and Wales Sunday 1300 – 2300 Latest info 👇https://t.co/QwDLMfRBfs Stay #WeatherAware ⚠️ https://t.co/Ojk2CifQ8w pic.twitter.com/lytHXzkuQq — Met Office (@metoffice) May 12, 2024 × The Met Office has issued a warning on X, "Flooding of homes and businesses could happen quickly, with damage to some buildings from floodwater, lightning strikes, hail or strong winds." "Fast flowing or deep floodwater is possible, causing a danger to life." Storms will reach Scotland starting around 2:00 pm. The yellow weather signal extends from southern Scotland to the Central Belt, including the Highlands and Islands. Also read: Certain weather events, like heavy snowfall and rain, might trigger earthquakes: Study The Met Office said, "There is a small chance of fast-flowing or deep floodwater causing danger to life." It is expected that the intense downpours and thunderstorms in Northern Ireland will stop at 7:00 pm, while in England and Wales, they will end at about 11:00 pm. After Saturday (May 11) was officially declared the hottest day of the year thus far, the thunderstorms might put an abrupt stop to the UK's current warm wave. In England, the highest temperature was recorded in Herstmonceux West End in East Sussex at 25.9C, while Cassley in the Scottish Highlands reached 25.7C. Wales reported 25.1C in Gogerddan, while Northern Ireland recorded 23.8C in Magilligan. Temperatures in areas of southern and central England are expected to reach 25 degrees Celsius (77 degrees Fahrenheit) again on Sunday, with humid conditions making it another spring scorcher. (With inputs from agencies)

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