STORM'S COMING
FORECASTERS have issued a yellow thunderstorm warning for tomorrow - urging Brits to take care as it says there's a risk of floods.
The warning covers the east coast of northern England and parts of Scotland, with the Met Office saying there's a chance the area will be lashed by floodwater, lightning strikes, large hail or strong winds
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It said the storms are expected to start brewing tomorrow afternoon, and be carried through to the evening.
The warning is in place from 1-9pm.
Forecasters wrote: "There is a small chance that homes and businesses could be flooded quickly, with damage to some buildings and temporary outdoor structures from floodwater, lightning strikes, large hail or strong winds.
"There is a small chance that some communities become temporarily cut off by flooded roads.
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"Where flooding or lightning strikes occur, there is a chance of delays and some cancellations to train and bus services.
"Spray and sudden flooding could lead to difficult driving conditions and some road closures.
"There is a slight chance that power cuts could occur and other services to some homes and businesses could be lost."
The Met had initially warned there was a chance of thundery showers today and tomorrow with humid conditions - but that sunshine was on its way.
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It predicts it will be a sticky weekend for many, with the warm weather set to be accompanied by rain.
Forecasters say the wet weather is likely to soak Northern Ireland and Scotland today, with the chance of thunder, too.
The rest of the UK is expected to enjoy the balmy warmth.
The Met said: "Outbreaks of rain continuing northeastwards across Northern Ireland and Scotland, with some thundery showers.
"Dry with hazy sunny spells across England and Wales. Very warm, and feeling humid, especially in the southeast."
As the day goes on the showers are expected to ease in the north and west, but the forecaster said there's a chance of more thundery conditions in the far northeast.
A strong breeze is likely to build, but everywhere else in the country can enjoy the dry weather with clear spells.
The warmer weather will stick around for tomorrow for parts of the UK.
The Met said: "Remaining hot across the southeast on Sunday but rain in the west, locally heavy and thundery, will spread eastwards and bring fresher conditions into the evening."
The coming days will be much the same - with temperatures looking to drop.
Sunshine will mostly revail up until Wednesday, with showery rain scattered.
The warmer weather follows yellow thunderstorm warnings in recent days.
Downpours were expected to cause disruption and potential flooding on Thursday afternoon.
It came as the UK Health Security Agency, together with the Met Office, issued a yellow heat-health alert for seven regions of England from 9am yesterday to 9am on Monday.
The regions included are London, the South East, South West, East Midlands, West Midlands, East of England and Yorkshire and the Humber.
Dr Agostinho Sousa, the head of extreme events and health protection at the UKHSA, said: "This heat-health alert means that in the coming days we are likely to experience another sustained period of hot weather, so it’s important that everyone takes sensible precautions while enjoying the sun.
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"Forecasted temperatures this week could primarily impact those over the age of 65 or those with pre-existing health conditions.
"If you have friends, family or neighbours who are more vulnerable, it is important to check in on them and ensure they are aware of the forecasts and are following the necessary advice."
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