Heavy rain and thunderstorms have caused chaos across numerous Welsh and southwest England regions. Powys saw dozens of lightning strikes during the afternoon, whilst flash floods hit some areas in Devon. BBC Weather reported that this was due to a large amount of rainfall over a short period of time. The Met Office warned of up to 30mm (1.6in) of rain to fall in two hours, with a slight chance of repeated showers leading to up to 50mm (2in) in a few places. This weather warning, covering Herefordshire, Shropshire, and 16 Welsh council areas, began on Saturday at 13:00 BST and lasted until 20:00.
Thankfully, parts of the UK were basking in glorious sunshine, with Glasgow reaching highs of 25.3C (77.5F). The warm weather could also continue into Sunday and Monday, with higher pressure returning in time for the Spring Bank Holiday. Although forecasters predict that it will become more unsettled from Tuesday, with heavy and thundery showers in the west, spreading further on Wednesday. The Met Office warns of a large amount of uncertainty surrounding the weather between Wednesday and Friday, but assures that temperatures are likely to be a little above average.
This highly anticipated weather front has many viewers excited but also cautious. Welsh and southwestern residents must remain vigilant when it comes to their safety during these thunderstorms and flash floods. The Met Office has warned people of these conditions, especially when travelling or standing near tall objects. Additionally, it emphasizes that lightning strikes pose so much risk while lightning deaths may occur but are admittedly very rare. Therefore, it is better to stay indoors and limit travel if possible.
As varied as the climate may seem over the UK, it is clear that it is also unpredictable. It is best to be prepared for any weather and to always take safety precautions when necessary. People in non-affected areas are also encouraged to seek relevant weather updates and follow any specified guidelines given by weather officials to avoid further unnecessary threats. There is no doubt that with efficient planning and timely warnings, we can better combat the unpredictable threat of severe weather
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