Edinburgh braced for thunderstorms as Met Office issues warning amid heatwave
The warning will be in place from 2pm on Wednesday, August 13, to 10pm on Thursday, August 14.
While most places will remain dry, some heavy thunderstorms may cause disruption this afternoon and evening.
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Residents have been warned of sudden flooding, lightening strikes, hail, strong winds, and a slight chance of power cuts.
These may lead to difficult driving conditions, road closures, communities being cut of by flooded roads, delays and cancellations to transport services, and damage to buildings.
The Met Office also warned of small chance of fast flowing or deep floodwater causing danger to life.
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Where heavy showers and thunderstorms occur, some places could receive 20-30 mm in less than an hour, with very localised totals in excess of 50 mm possible if storms repeatedly affect the same areas.
The most intense thunderstorms could produce large hail and gusty winds.
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.
You can find more information about the Met Office's weather warning here.
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