Severe Thunderstorm Warnings Issued for UK Amid End-of-Summer Heat

The Met Office warns of potential flooding, lightning strikes, and hail as storms are set to hit parts of England and Wales on Friday and Saturday.

Two yellow weather warnings for thunderstorms are in effect from Friday afternoon through Saturday, covering large parts of Wales, England, and the Midlands.
The Met Office predicts up to 70mm of rain in the worst-hit areas, with potential for flooding and transport disruptions.
Frequent lightning, hail, and strong winds are expected to accompany the storms, posing risks to buildings and public safety.
Temperatures have recently peaked at 26C in some regions, but a gentle decline is expected over the weekend.
The Environment Agency has issued one flood warning and 21 flood alerts, with a small chance of power cuts and communities being cut off by floodwaters.