Yellow Warning of Thunderstorm Affects East Midlands

The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms affecting the East Midlands. The warning is in place due to the potential for heavy showers and thunderstorms to cause some travel disruption and flash flooding.

## What to Expect

The warning indicates that there is a good chance of driving conditions being affected by spray, standing water, and/or hail, leading to longer journey times by car and bus. Some flooding of a few homes and businesses is likely, leading to some damage to buildings or structures. Probably some damage to a few buildings and structures from lightning strikes is also expected. Delays to train services are possible, and some short-term loss of power and other services is likely.

## Preparing for the Weather

To minimize the impact of the weather, it is recommended to consider preparing a flood plan and an emergency flood kit if your location is at risk of flash flooding. It is also a good idea to check road conditions if driving, or bus and train timetables, and amend your travel plans if necessary. Gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack, and other essential items can also help prepare for potential power cuts.

## Safety Precautions

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. It is also essential to stay up to date with the weather forecast in your area, as weather warnings can change quickly.

## Affected Areas

The yellow warning affects the following regions and local authorities:

| Region | Local Authorities | | --- | --- | | East Midlands | Derbyshire | | North East England | Darlington, Durham, Gateshead, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Newcastle upon Tyne, North Tyneside, Northumberland, Redcar and Cleveland, South Tyneside, Stockton-on-Tees, Sunderland | | North West England | Blackburn with Darwen, Blackpool, Cheshire East, Cheshire West and Chester, Cumbria, Greater Manchester, Halton, Lancashire, Merseyside, Warrington | | Wales | Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Gwynedd, Isle of Anglesey, Wrexham | | Yorkshire & Humber | East Riding of Yorkshire, North Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire, York |

The warning is in place until the weather conditions change. It is essential to stay informed and take necessary precautions to minimize the impact of the weather.