Met Office issues yellow weather warning for thunderstorms in Bolton this weekend
The weather warning, which covers most of England, is in place from 9pm on Friday, July 18 until Saturday, July 19 at 6pm.
The Met Office said: 'Areas of heavy, thundery rain may lead to disruption to transport and travel from late Friday through much of Saturday'.
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— Met Office - NW England (@metofficeNWEng) July 17, 2025
Yellow thunderstorm warning issued for Bolton
Here's what you should expect while the warning is in place:
Spray and sudden flooding could lead to difficult driving conditions and some road closures
Where flooding or lightning strikes occur, there is a chance of delays and some cancellations to train and bus services
Power cuts might occur and other services to some homes and businesses could be lost
Flooding of homes and businesses could happen quickly, with damage to some buildings from floodwater, lightning strikes, hail or strong winds
Fast flowing or deep floodwater is possible, causing a danger to life
Some communities might become cut off if roads flood
Staying safe during a thunderstorm
Areas in the north west affected by the warning
Here are all the north west areas that come under the weather warning:
Blackburn with Darwen
Lancashire
Cumbria
Cheshire East
Cheshire West and Chester
Greater Manchester
Halton
Merseyside
Warrington
The Met Office explained: 'Thundery rain will reach the south of the warning area later Friday before spreading north to affect much of England through Saturday.
'Rain will likely be locally torrential, bringing 20-30 mm in less than an hour in many places, with 60-90 mm in less than three hours possible in a few places.
What different Met Office weather warnings mean
'Whilst rain will clear from the south of the area by early Saturday afternoon, further thunderstorms are likely to develop here.
'As well as heavy rain, impacts from frequent lightning, gusty winds and large hail are also likely.'
What to do as thunderstorm expected in Bolton
The forecaster has provided advice on what to do during the weather warning:
Consider if your location is at risk of flash flooding. If so, consider preparing a flood plan and an emergency flood kit.
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.
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The Met Office added: '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.'
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