The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms in parts of the UK, including potential flooding and disruptions. Concurrently, London braces for a heatwave with temperatures soaring up to 27°C.
The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms affecting parts of the UK, including Scotland and North West England, forecasted from Sunday afternoon to early Monday. This alert signals potential dangers, including flooding, lightning strikes, hail, and strong winds. There is a risk of flooded properties, travel disruptions, and power cuts. Additionally, there is an extreme wildfire warning in Scotland due to predicted heavy showers and possible thunderstorms.
Meanwhile, London is experiencing a heatwave with temperatures expected to reach up to 27°C on Sunday, surpassing earlier maximums for the year. The Met Office attributes this to a high-pressure system and advises caution due to potential thunderstorms following the hot weather. Elsewhere in the UK, temperatures will remain milder, with highs of around 22°C in England and 21°C across Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
Internationally, severe weather has impacted various regions: Warragamba Dam in New South Wales, Australia, is nearing capacity, with potential overflows predicted to cause flooding in Sydney and surrounding areas this Mother’s Day weekend. In Western Australia, a rare tornado hit Bunbury, resulting in damage and injuries, prompting warnings to avoid debris and downed power lines. Heavy rains are expected to continue across other parts of Australia, leading to possible flash flooding in regions including the South Coast and Illawarra.
