Weather Warnings Archive: Thursday 16 May 2024 19:47 BST - UK

issued by the Metoffice at
   18:47, 16.05.2024

valid from
   12:59, 16.05.2024
until
   22:00, 16.05.2024

Region: London & South East England

Further heavy showers and thunderstorms this evening. 10-20 mm and possibly as much as 30 mm of rain could fall in less than an hour. Lightning will be an additional hazard, with a lower chance of some hail in places. Showers and thunderstorms will die out later this evening. What should I do? Consider if your location is at risk of flash flooding. If so, consider preparing a flood plan and an emergency flood kit. Give yourself the best chance of avoiding delays by checking road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, amending your travel plans if necessary. People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It’s easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items. If you find yourself outside and hear thunder, protect yourself by finding a safe enclosed shelter (such as a car). Do not shelter under or near trees, or other structures which may be struck by lightning. If you are on an elevated area move to lower ground. Be prepared for weather warnings to change quickly: when a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.

Heavy showers and a few thunderstorms bringing some localised disruption this evening.

The public is advised to take extra care, further information and advice can be found here: http://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/uk/links.html