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Ross Dunn

Thunderstorms expected in Ayrshire as experts issue five-day weather warning

Weather experts have warned that thunderstorms and heavy rain could hit Ayrshire later today.

The yellow thunderstorm warning from the Met Office is in place from 7pm tonight until 10pm tomorrow.

Another warning for rain on Sunday from 6pm is in place until 6am on Tuesday.

A Met Office spokesperson said: "A spell of heavy rain is expected across parts of western Scotland which may lead to some flooding and travel disruption."

What to expect residents could expect

  • Where flooding occurs, there is a slight chance of delays or cancellations to train and bus services
  • Spray and flooding could lead to difficult driving conditions and some road closures
  • There is a small chance that homes and businesses could be flooded, causing damage to some buildings

A spokesperson added: "Rain will affect western Scotland through late Sunday and Monday before clearing on Tuesday morning.

"This will often be heavy and persistent, especially over hills. Many locations in this region will see 25-50 mm of rainfall, with the heaviest rain over high ground where 100-150 mm is likely to fall.

"The rain will be accompanied by strong winds, bringing a spell of coastal gales and gusts to around 50mph over hills and headlands."

Read more from Ayrshire Live

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