Heavy showers and thunderstorms will move slowly north and east, with some localised disruption possible: UPDATED
Information on update: Warning updated to extend the area further west, increase the matrix to Very Low of Medium impacts, and extend the expiry time into early hours of Wednesday morning. Showers and thunderstorms will north and east across southern Britain through the afternoon and well into the evening, before gradually clearing from the west.
Whilst some areas will miss these, where they develop 20-30 mm of rain within 2-3 hours, with a small chance that a few places could receive 40-50 mm over a longer period - particularly across the southeast of the area this evening. Hail and lightning will be additional hazards, with a risk of temporary hail accumulations in places. In addition, heavy showers and thunderstorms will be associated with strong and gusty winds in the south of the warning area at times with 40 mph gusts possible.
What should I do?
Prepare to protect your property and people from injury. Before gusty winds arrive, check to ensure
moveable objects or temporary structures are well secured. Items include; bins, garden furniture,
trampolines, tents, gazebos, sheds, and fences.
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. For further details see https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/warnings-and-advice/uk-warnings
8 Oct 09:00 → 9 Oct 02:00