Thunderstorms bring risk of 'torrential downpours' to England and Wales
The Meteorological Office has issued an updated warning for yellow weather in certain areas of England and Wales. This warning is for slow-moving heavy showers and thunderstorms.
Weather experts are now saying that the areas of central and southern England, as well as east and southeast Wales, are expected to experience the most impact on Thursday afternoon and evening.
Heavy rain showers could lead to 5cm (2in) or higher, in just one or two hours, with a slight possibility of reaching 10cm (4in) within a few hours.
The blog also mentions potential hazards like strong winds, thunderstorms, big hailstones, and flooding.
The region highlighted in the yellow warning has been updated - becoming slightly smaller than originally forecasted on Wednesday - but will still be in effect until 11.59pm.
Even though the weather prediction says there may be showers and thunderstorms forming again later tonight in some areas of eastern England.
In Birmingham, warnings have been given about potential flooding in certain areas of the Upper Tame, as well as the River Stour, Rea, and Cole. There is also a flood alert for the River Blythe in Warwickshire.
At the same time, in the Nottinghamshire area, the River Maun, Trent, and Leen are being closely monitored for flooding, along with a number of smaller streams and rivers around London.
Make sure to look at the forecast for your location.
The flood warning service in England has given out some warnings ahead of time because they are predicting heavy rain. However, they are not completely sure when and where this heavy rain will hit.
This week, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has sent out yellow heat health alerts across England, with the exception of the northeast and northwest regions, extending until Friday.
On Tuesday, the temperature reached the highest point of the year, surpassing the previous record of 31.9C set earlier in the year.
Kew Gardens and Heathrow, both located in the western part of London, recorded temperatures reaching 32 degrees Celsius (89 degrees Fahrenheit).
The weather on Thursday will probably feel damp and muggy, with temperatures staying around 28C (82F) or higher. Friday may be a little cooler, but it will still be humid.
Learn more: The amount of 'extremely hot' days has tripled, setting a new record for the hottest day ever recorded globally.
The Met Office reports that nighttime temperatures may be elevated for some individuals, but they are offering recommendations to assist people in getting a good night's rest.
One idea is to keep your windows open at night, allowing cooler air to come in, and to keep your curtains or blinds closed during the day.
