Flash flood warning for Wales as thunderstorms due to hit UK
The agency has issued a massive warning today covering most of the country, including half of Wales, all of northern England and most of Scotland.
The alert warns millions of people warned to "consider whether your location is at risk of flash flooding" as the weekend deluge spills into the new week.
Forecasters have predicted that "scattered heavy showers and thunderstorms" could tip out more than an inch of rain in just a few hours.
The warning states: "Scattered heavy showers and thunderstorms are expected on Monday.
"Rainfall amounts will vary from place to place but in some locations 20 to 40mm (0.7 to 1.5 inches) is possible within a couple of hours.
"Heavy downpours of rain will be the primary hazard, but lightning strikes are also likely along with the potential for hail and gusty winds."
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