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Nottingham Post
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Ben Reid

Thunderstorms warning issued lasting 10 hours which may cause flooding

Thunderstorms are on the way with a weather warning issued expected to last 10 hours.

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms which covers most of England.

It is in place from 12noon on Saturday August 21, lasting until 10pm the same day.

The warning covers all of Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire and Lincolnshire.

Heavy showers and thunderstorms may cause some transport disruption and perhaps flooding, weather experts said.

Giving its outlook on what to expect, the Met Office said: "There is a good chance driving conditions will be affected by spray, standing water and/or hail, leading to longer journey times by car and bus.

"Delays to train services are possible.

"Some short term loss of power and other services is possible, with possible damage due to lightning strikes.

"Flooding of a few homes and businesses could occur."

It comes after the Met Office said there is little to no hope of another heatwave this summer.

Speaking to The Sun, forecaster Steven Keates said the 'bland', bleak weather is set to continue.

He said: "This summer is not going to be remembered for warmth. It's been very bland.

"We've had flooding, some parts of the country have seen double their average rainfall and temperatures have been unremarkable.

"It's been wishy-washy to say the least - and that's how it's going to end."

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