Bristol to experience flooding and disruptions as Met Office releases 10-hour thunderstorm warning

The yellow thunderstorm warning has been issued from tomorrow (May 12) at noon to 10pm.

The Met Office forecasts “scattered showers thunderstorms” which “could lead to some flooding and disruption in place on Monday.

“Rain may be intense for short periods of time and produce 20-30 mm in less than an hour, with 40-50mm within 1-2 hours in one or two places where thunderstorms grow larger.

“Lightning, hail and gusty winds will be additional hazards. Showers and thunderstorms will ease through the evening.

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Bristolians should expect:

- Spray and sudden flooding could lead to difficult driving conditions and some road closures

- Where flooding or lightning strikes occur, there is a chance of delays and some cancellations to train and bus services

- There is a slight chance that power cuts could occur and other services to some homes and businesses could be lost

- There is a small chance that homes and businesses could be flooded quickly, with damage to some buildings from floodwater, lightning strikes, hail or strong winds

For guidance and more information on precautions to stay safe during the weather warning, visit the Met Office website