As the Met Office issues thunderstorm warnings covering much of the UK, one alert has been extended to include most of the north of England and parts of Wales. This extension comes as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of residents in these areas.
Another warning was issued on Sunday morning for large swathes of central, southern, and southwestern England. The alert specifically mentions heavy showers and thunderstorms that may lead to disruptions in certain places. This warning will be in effect from 10 am to 7 pm on Sunday, encompassing areas such as London, Oxford, Bath, and stretching as far as Exeter.
A larger warning, covering storms and heavy showers, will come into force at 12 pm and last until 8 pm. This extended warning now reaches as far north as Carlisle and Newcastle, including areas like Birmingham and Cambridge in the south. Additionally, southern parts of Scotland will be covered by a separate rain warning from 1 pm to midnight on Sunday.
Looking ahead to Bank Holiday Monday, a warning is in place for thunderstorms in Scotland between 11 am and 10 pm. This alert, which includes Edinburgh and most eastern parts of the country, warns of “slow-moving heavy showers and thunderstorms” that could potentially cause flooding and disruptions in certain areas.
Sky News weather producer Joanna Robinson highlighted the weather outlook for the upcoming days. She mentioned that Bank Holiday Monday will bring more showers, some of which may be thundery. However, Robinson noted that western parts are expected to turn drier later in the day. It’s crucial for residents to stay updated on weather warnings.
With an estimated 20 million cars hitting the roads on Friday for the long weekend and half-term break, traffic congestion was expected. This coincided with planned engineering works across the rail network, potentially leading to further disruptions caused by inclement weather. Aviation analytics company Cirium noted that Friday was the busiest day for UK airports since October 2019, with more than 3,150 departing flights.
Between Saturday and Monday, approximately 8,486 flights were scheduled to take off, with popular destinations for UK departures including Dublin, Amsterdam, Palma, Alicante, and Malaga. Despite the weather warnings and potential disruptions, travelers are advised to stay informed and plan their journeys accordingly to avoid any inconveniences.
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